Join a Virtual Information Session
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.
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.
TONIGHT! Join our Ask a Foster Parent LIVE Q&A and meet Miqueas and Linda, Cayuga Centers foster parents since 2022.
Miqueas and Linda’s dedication to fostering goes beyond just providing a temporary home. They are committed to understanding and meeting the unique needs of each child, tailoring their approach to ensure every child feels valued and supported. Their home is a place where children can heal, grow, and thrive, thanks to the loving and stable environment they provide.
Their journey as foster parents is a testament to their commitment and passion for making a positive impact in the lives of children. Miqueas and Linda continue to inspire those around them with their dedication and heartfelt approach to fostering.
Register Today at our #linkinbio
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Oct 15
Tomorrow! Join our Ask a Foster Parent LIVE Q&A and meet Diane, a Cayuga Centers foster parent since 2023.
Diane’s journey into foster care was inspired by her own mother, who was also a foster parent. An adventurous spirit who loves to travel, she also enjoys cooking at the Light of Life Rescue Mission. As an empty nester, Diane felt she still had plenty of love to give—and fostering has become her way of making a lasting impact on a youth`s life.
Visit our #linkinbio to register
#fosterlove #fostercare #fostercayugacenters
Oct 14
🚨This Tuesday!🚨
Have you ever wondered what it`s really like to be a foster parent?
Join Cayuga Centers and our panel of experts as we answer all of your questions regarding the foster parent process.
Learn about fostering from the experts:
- Hear stories from experienced foster parents
- Learn about the requirements and process
- Meet the people who support our foster parents
Visit our #linkinbio to register!
#fosterlove #fostercare #fostercayuacenters
Oct 13
Have you ever wondered what it`s really like to be a foster parent?
Join Cayuga Centers and our panel of experts as we answer all of your questions regarding the foster parent process.
Learn about fostering from the experts:
- Hear stories from experienced foster parents
- Learn about the requirements and process
- Meet the people who support our foster parents
Visit our #linkinbio to resister!
#fosterlove #fostercare #fostercayuacenters
Oct 6
Have you ever wondered what it`s really like to be a foster parent?
Join Cayuga Centers and our panel of experts as we answer all of your questions regarding the foster parent process.
Learn about fostering from the experts:
- Hear stories from experienced foster parents
- Learn about the requirements and process
- Meet the people who support our foster parents
Register at our #linkinbio!
#fosterlove #fostercare #fostercayuacenters
Oct 1
Food trauma is an often misunderstood challenge faced by youth in foster care. For many of these young people, food can trigger anxiety and stress instead of comfort and joy.
Our latest blog post, From Scarcity to Security: Food Trauma in Foster Care, explores how adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) shape a child’s relationship with food and offers practical strategies to help them heal and thrive.
We invite you to read, reflect, and share this important piece with your network of friends and family. Read the entire article and sign up for our newsletter at Cayuga Corner. Link in bio.
#FosterCare #YouthInFosterCare #FoodTrauma #FosterParenting #HealingJourney #FosterCayugaCenters #FosterLove
Aug 26
September is right around the corner! If you’ve been dreading the back-to-school supply run, we’ve got you covered: https://cayugacenters.org/back-to-school-tips-for-foster-parents/
We hope each and every child has a great start to their school year! 🏫📚📝
#backtoschool #fosterlove #fostercayugacenters
Aug 14
Connect with our teams!
We are actively seeking loving parents to provide a home to children and 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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