TRACES Foster Care serves children and teens up to age 18 years old that are in state’s custody due to abuse or neglect and those who have behavioral or emotional problems. Becoming a foster parent means making a commitment to a child that you will be there for them until they are able to return to a parent, a relative, become independent or be adopted.

Foster Parents help these special children meet specific individual goals while living in their home.

Working with a child to develop day-to-day coping skills, problem-solving skills, developing healthy relationships, building self-esteem and developing independent living skills are just a few ways a foster parent can impact a child’s life.

Though the process may not always be easy, making the difference in the life of a child can be one of life’s most rewarding gifts. Foster parents can teach a child to learn to trust and hope again through building meaningful relationships with caring adults.

For more information visit https://www.frontierhealth.org/foster/traces/