Friends of Youth serves Foster Youth throughout Seattle and all of King County. If you have a desire to parent or work with youth, consider what you offer those who have had a rough start to life. Empty nester? Your skills raising kids would be invaluable to youth struggling in the system. Our program is top notch, we fully support our foster families with training, counseling, a master's level case manager and experienced case aides.
We have an agency owned home in Redmond available for Therapeutic Foster Parent(s) to live in while parenting our kids. This is a great opportunity for a foster family to be able to provide the additional time needed without worrying about rent/mortgage and most utilities. If you are an experienced foster parent, or interested in caring for youth with a history of neglect or abuse, this might be a great opportunity to join Friends of Youth!
Already a foster parent but longing for more support? Friends of Youth has the reputation for taking unbelievable care of our foster families -- and we want you to join us!
To be a foster parent you can be single, married, partnered . . . live in a house, apartment, or condo. The basic requirements for foster care include requiring a spare bedroom for the foster child, some income apart from foster care, and patience. A flexible work schedule is also helpful. Please inquire about the possibilities.
Why Friends of Youth? We have 60 years of strong community work, a full range of innovative programs, and the desire to support and encourage our foster parents. Just as these kids deserve a good home, we understand foster parenting asks for dedication. If you license with Friends of Youth you will have full training, a teamwork approach, and an environment geared toward success.
Contact Paul T at PaulT@friendsofyouth.org (206) 859-6290 ext.221 or find us on the web at friendsofyouth.org
- Location: Redmond
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