Texas Foster Care

Foster care is a nurturing and protective system for children from all backgrounds who can’t be with their biological families. Many of these children bear the scars of trauma, having experienced abuse, neglect, or other challenging situations. Our foster care program provides these children with a safe, loving environment where they can begin to heal, trust, and hope again. Our dedicated foster parents play a crucial role in caring for children up to the age of 21, ensuring their emotional, educational, medical, and special behavioral needs are met.

Children in need are placed in the homes of compassionate, state-certified foster parents. These foster parents provide day-to-day care, support, and stability to the children. Our aim is always to work towards the best outcome for each child, which may include reunification with biological families, adoption, or other long-term care solutions. Saint Francis Ministries provides ongoing support and training to foster parents to ensure the best possible care for the children.

To foster a child, fill out this form, and a team member will contact you to guide you through the next steps. You will be required to take a Mandatory State preservice training and then apply for licensure. Once licensed and a child is placed in your home, you can expect to work closely with case managers and other professionals to ensure the child’s well-being.

To become a foster parent with Saint Francis Ministries, you must be at least 21 years old, pass a background check, complete training sessions, and demonstrate a supportive and safe home environment. Emotional maturity, financial stability, and a willingness to work cooperatively with our agency and professionals are essential. We are committed to supporting our foster parents every step of the way, providing 24/7 assistance, respite care, tax-free compensation, and more.

The process to become a foster parent in Texas typically takes about six months. This timeline involves completing the necessary training, passing background checks, and inspecting your home to ensure it’s safe and suitable for a foster child. The process may vary slightly depending on your state and individual circumstances.

Foster parents in Texas get paid monthly to help with the costs of caring for the child/children in their care, such as food, clothing, and other necessities. Payments received are tax-free and vary, depending on the number of foster children in the home, their ages, and any special needs they might have. Each state has its own foster care payment schedule.

Across our various states of operation, the number of children in foster care changes. On average, 14 children enter the Saint Francis Ministries Foster Care program each day, highlighting the urgent need for more foster parents. Every child in our care seeks a safe haven and a nurturing environment, and the role of foster parents in providing stability and love during challenging times cannot be overstated.