Foster Care

We are a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in 1998 to support and advocate on behalf of foster families throughout San Diego County. We are a member of the North San Diego County Foster Parents Association. For over two decades, thousands of children have benefitted from our services and are thriving with their foster families or have found a forever home with an adoptive family.

Who Can Be a Foster Caregiver?
Any individual, couple, or family who wants to provide care to a related or unrelated child(ren) who is under the jurisdiction of the juvenile court, or otherwise in the care of a county child welfare agency or probation department. Our greatest need is for caregivers who can embrace children who have developmental challenges, medical disabilities, older youth, sibling groups, and various ethnic/racial backgrounds. Becoming a foster parent is simple, but the process takes time and determination to complete.

Become a Foster Caregiver in San Diego County
1. Attend a Resource Family Approval (RFA) Orientation meeting
2. Complete and Submit RFA Application forms and supporting documents
3. Complete Background Assessment and Home Environment Assessment

4. Complete 12 Hours of Trauma Informed Pre-Service (TIPS)
5. Complete the Family Evaluation, which includes interviews with all adults and children/youth living in the home.
6. Receive Approval and Written Report

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Typical Challenges Foster Parents Encounter

Difficult behaviors, health & medical concerns

drug and alcohol exposed infants
children on the autism spectrum
physical, sexual, emotional abuse
severe neglect
mental illness
developmental delays
cerebral palsy
shaken baby syndrome
fetal alcohol syndrome

Pro bono community resources & support

dentists, doctors, medications
childcare & respite
mental health providers
early start intervention referrals

Legal advice & advocacy

court rights and pointers
caregiver information form
de facto forms
prospective adoptive parent form

Assistance serving as a member of the child's welfare team

support at team decision meetings
school resources, tutoring, and IEP guidance
visitation and interaction with birth parents
working with your social worker

Grief counseling for separation & loss

for the children
for the caregiver