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Interested in fostering but not sure how it works, what the requirements are, or if you’ll be a good fit? We are happy to answer your questions LIVE in our information sessions!
Their Stay Might be Temporary, but your Impact on Youth in Foster Care is Forever
Now accepting loving foster parents in Palm Beach County, Broward County, and Treasure Coast.
Hundreds of Florida youth in foster care need homes.
Cayuga Centers is seeking diverse, loving foster homes for Florida youth. Enhanced support services empower you to become the foster parent you are meant to be.
Foster parents must reside in Palm Beach, Broward, St.Lucie, Martin, Okeechobee, or Indian River county.
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Meet our Cayuga Centers Foster Parents
Our resilient and committed foster parents are the backbone of Cayuga Centers. Every day they open their hearts to youth from all walks of life, making a permanent impact on their future. In partnership with our team, we are able to provide the active treatment needed to establish care and work toward unification.
Change a life with confidence
Our bundled support meets the needs of both youth and foster parents.
At Cayuga Centers, we know that fostering can be a big task. That’s why we provide the tools you need to transform a young person’s life. Servicing South Florida, our Palm Beach County, Broward County, and Treasure Coast foster care training and support services means that our foster parents can feel confident in their skills and abilities to be excellent caregivers.
You will be supported
✓ Partner with a treatment team
✓ 24/7 support with daily check-ins
✓ Monthly foster parent support groups
You can feel prepared
✓ Trauma-informed foster parent training
✓ Monthly tax-free stipends to help provide
financial support for the youth
You are not alone
✓ Help with scheduling youth’s
appointments and meetings
✓ Therapy and life skills lessons provided to youth
Requirements:
✓ Age 21+
✓ Reside in Palm Beach, Broward, Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee or St. Lucie county
✓ Own or rent your own home
✓ Have a furnished room for a child
✓ Have a regular source of income
✓ Provide updated medical clearance if suffering from a chronic illness
✓ Provide two personal references
✓ Pass state clearances
✓ Pass criminal record check for all household members
✓ Pass fingerprint check for all household members
✓ Legal status in the United States
✓ Undergo 21 hours of pre-service training
Process:
1. Call or email Licensing Specialist to express interest
2. Attend an information session / open house to learn about the program
3. Pre-service training
4. Continue with mutual assessment process
5. Complete home assessment
6. Complete application
7. Certification
8. Placement
Get certified on your schedule.
Make an investment in a youth’s future
To ensure the best fit for both our youth and foster parents, our process is thorough. However, we make our training as accessible as possible with options for morning and evening sessions and remote training. The best part? You can start training right away.
Want to speak to an expert?
Book an online session with our team!
Through our information sessions, our dedicated team members will talk you through the Cayuga Centers’ foster parenting journey. Learn how you can become the champion a youth needs today!
Need more time to book an information session with us? Start by filling out our interest form.
Foster parents must reside in Palm Beach, Broward, St.Lucie, Martin, Okeechobee, or Indian River county.
Let’s be real. Parenting can be hard and comes with its fair share of challenges. Stress is just a part of the journey, but taking care of yourself is crucial. By prioritizing self-care, not only do you keep yourself healthy and happy, but you also create a more positive and safe environment for your kids. After all, a happy parent means happy children, right? Click our link in bio and sign up for our helpful monthly Cayuga Corner blog newsletter. #FosterCayugaCenters
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Apr 25
Let’s be real. Parenting can be hard and comes with its fair share of challenges. Stress is just a part of the journey, but taking care of yourself is crucial. By prioritizing self-care, not only do you keep yourself healthy and happy, but you also create a more positive and safe environment for your kids. After all, a happy parent means happy children, right? Visit Cayugacenters.org to read more and sign up for our helpful monthly Cayuga Corner blog newsletter. #FosterCayugaCenters
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Apr 25
Let’s be real. Parenting can be hard and comes with its fair share of challenges. Stress is just a part of the journey, but taking care of yourself is crucial. By prioritizing self-care, not only do you keep yourself healthy and happy, but you also create a more positive and safe environment for your kids. After all, a happy parent means happy children, right? Click our link in bio to read more and sign up for our helpful monthly Cayuga Corner blog newsletter. #FosterCayugaCenters
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Apr 25
Let’s be real. Parenting can be hard and comes with its fair share of challenges. Stress is just a part of the journey, but taking care of yourself is crucial. By prioritizing self-care, not only do you keep yourself healthy and happy, but you also create a more positive and safe environment for your kids. After all, a happy parent means happy children, right? Click or link in bio to read more and sign up for our helpful monthly Cayuga Corner blog newsletter. #FosterCayugaCenters
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Apr 25
Let’s be real. Parenting can be hard and comes with its fair share of challenges. Stress is just a part of the journey, but taking care of yourself is crucial. By prioritizing self-care, not only do you keep yourself healthy and happy, but you also create a more positive and safe environment for your kids. After all, a happy parent means happy children, right? Visit Cayugacenters.org to read more and sign up for our helpful monthly Cayuga Corner blog newsletter. #FosterCayugaCenters
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Apr 25
Let’s be real. Parenting can be hard and comes with its fair share of challenges. Stress is just a part of the journey, but taking care of yourself is crucial. By prioritizing self-care, not only do you keep yourself healthy and happy, but you also create a more positive and safe environment for your kids. After all, a happy parent means happy children, right? Visit Cayugacenters.org to read more and sign up for our helpful monthly Cayuga Corner blog newsletter. #FosterCayugaCenters
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Apr 25
Lily*, a mother who recently graduated from our Family Support Program, initially struggled with behavioral issues concerning her daughter, leading to stress within the family. Despite her initial hesitance, our team`s dedication helped build trust and foster a supportive environment so she felt comfortable accepting our help.
FSP is designed to work with families with children at risk of out-of-home placement, with the goal of creating a stable and nurturing family environment, improved parenting abilities, and promote the safety and well-being of the family. This is done through weekly meetings with a clinician over a 4-6 month period.
Even after program completion, Lily knows she can still count on her home visitor for assistance. This trust enabled her to develop coping mechanisms, enhance self-assurance, and forge bonds with peers in group sessions. Armed with these skills, Lily has strengthened her familial bonds, steered clear of detrimental habits, and rebuilt important relationships.
Visit the link in our bio to learn more about our extensive list of programs we offer aimed at keeping children and families together.
*Name changed to protect the family’s privacy
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Apr 22
Did you know that shaken baby syndrome (SBS) can happen in as little as 5 seconds? Read more to learn more about the cause, risks, and, most importantly, how to prevent it. 📚💡 Share and spread awareness to help protect our precious children. 💖 #ShakenBabySyndrome #PreventionIsKey #SpreadAwareness
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Apr 21
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. It`s crucial to understand the different forms of abuse, and the warning signs to take effective action in stopping and preventing it. Click our link in bio to read more. #FosterCayugaCenters
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Apr 20
Did you know that neglect is a form of Child Abuse? It’s so important to stay alert and aware whenever you are in charge of a child. Want more tips? Click our link in bio, and sign up for our helpful monthly Cayuga Corner blog newsletter. #FosterCayugaCenters
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Apr 18
This Siblings Day, we are celebrating Frances, a NYC foster parent, who went above and beyond to keep brothers Jaylen and Jahmir together -- by adopting them! 🧡 🏙 Wishing all the best to this sweet family.
You can help keep siblings together. Learn more about foster care by clicking the link in our bio.
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Apr 10
Connect with our teams!
We are actively seeking loving parents to provide a home to foster youth in Palm Beach County, Broward County, and Treasure Coast.
Stay in touch with a team in your area to learn more.
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