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We are a dedicated partner to foster parents, ensuring they have the resources and support necessary to make a lasting impact.
Clarvida provides free training to help adults become licensed foster parents, and we provide ongoing support as they open their hearts to children in need of a safe, loving home.
We provide reimbursement to offset the costs of raising a child, and our professional staff offer in-home case management services and 24/7 crisis support to all our foster parents.
From assisting biological parents in regaining custody to supporting children to be adopted by forever families, success in foster care takes many shapes, and we’re here to nurture that success from all sides.
To better serve the nearly 400,000 children in the U.S. foster care system, we offer a variety of services.
We recruit and train foster parents and license family foster homes to support the essential needs of foster children, including housing, parental support, and comfort.
We provide comprehensive services to help establish and maintain safe, nurturing, stable, and supportive families.
What type of youth is likely to be referred to Clarvida for placement in specialized foster care?
Many youth are placed in foster care because of abuse and neglect. In addition, a wide variety of youth who have experienced difficulties in living in a responsible manner within the community will be referred to Clarvida. These youth will require guidance, supervision, and direction in learning more appropriate ways to cope with life. We accept referrals for children and youth between the ages of birth and 18 years.
What is your highest need?
Ages 6-18, sibling groups, and high-need populations such as medically fragile.
What characteristics regarding the child placements does the agency allow families to specify (e.g., gender, age, etc.)?
Specifications include age, gender, number of children, sibling size, race, religious preference, behaviors and special needs.
What role do foster parents play in deciding which children will come to live in their homes?
Foster parents will have the opportunity to receive all information about the children being considered for placement in their home. The final decision about whether a particular child comes to live with a family is a joint decision agreed upon by the foster family, the county worker, and the Clarvida Placement Supervisor.
How many foster children can be in the home?
There can be four foster children placed in the home, and the maximum number of total children under the age of 18yrs in each home is eight, to include biological and adopted children. Exceptions can be made for sibling groups.
Can foster children share a bedroom with my own child?
Yes; there must be 40 sq. ft. of floor space for foster children in the bedroom. If two children are in the room, then the room must measure 80 sq. ft., three children 120 sq. ft., etc. Bedrooms for unrelated foster children shall not be shared by children of the opposite sex when one child is over 4 years old.
Does Clarvida do adoptions?
Yes, foster children are adopted by their foster parents often at Clarvida! Many foster-placements turn into adoptive placements over time and result in wonderful adoptions!
*Note: Clarvida is NOT an Adoption Agency and therefore does not do private adoptions, or license foster-to-adopt “only” homes. Foster Parents with Clarvida must be willing foster children with the expectation of reunification before adoption-specific placement matches are explored.
Does Clarvida have respite homes?
Clarvida does not license homes to do respite care only. Our providers exchange services or utilize identified family and friends who have already committed to doing respite for them. Clarvida has also launched a Respite Provider Program to certify respite providers who can go in to provide respite services in a foster-child’s foster home.
What kind of support is available from Clarvida for families doing this work?
A Clarvida Home Supervisor with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social work is available to provide monitoring, consultation services, and be a dedicated advocate for our foster parents!
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What compensation will I receive for providing care through Clarvida?
Clarvida families are compensated based on the level of care that the child requires. This compensation averages $500-$700 per month per child. In addition, families are provided with respite pay amounting to one day of respite for every 15 days of care provided per month. Clarvida also provides each foster family with a free membership to Sam’s Club.
What if I have a DUI or DWAI?
If the charges are recent, within the year, more than likely you would not be approved for foster care. If the charges are more than two years old, then it will be considered on a case-by-case basis. If the charges are shown on the fingerprint background check, you will need to produce a disposition of charges from the county court and write a letter of explanation. The decision to license will be discussed by the entire Clarvida team.
My partner or spouse has a criminal record. Can I still do foster care?
If your spouse has been convicted of a felony, it is more than likely they will be unable to do foster care. Misdemeanors are examined on a case-by-case basis.
What are the main steps involved in becoming licensed with Clarvida as a family care provider?
The main steps include:
A career at Clarvida is so much more than a job. It’s an opportunity to create real change in your community and solve some of the greatest challenges facing our country today.
Click the button below to apply. From there, our team will answer your questions, help you understand the process and qualifications, and serve as your partner in navigating the foster care system.
