Why Fostering With Clarvida is Different
We are a dedicated partner to foster parents, ensuring they have the resources and support necessary to make a lasting impact.
Training
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.
Support
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.
Success
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.
Foster Care Services
To better serve the nearly 400,000 children in the U.S. foster care system, we offer a variety of services.
Treatment Foster Care
We recruit, train, and license foster parents for a foster child who requires higher levels of behavioral support and/or clinical therapy.
Child and Family Support Services
We provide comprehensive services to help establish and maintain safe, nurturing, stable, and supportive families.
Respite Care
We provide in-home and out-of-home care services to primary caregivers who are absent or need relief for a short period of time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to become certified?
It typically takes 1-3 months to complete the certification process depending on how quickly you move through the process. Sometimes the process can take up to 6 months. The length of time is largely influenced by how quickly you are able to complete the required steps.
How long will a kid be placed in my home?
Kids can be placed in your home anywhere from 6 month to a year. At times longer says are needed and extensions are granted.
What type of financial support will I receive?
You will receive a cost of care financial reimbursement of $73/night per youth for your first 6 months of certification and $75/night per youth after your first 6 months. We also offer a monthly stipend/bonus (on top of the nightly rate) to maintain certification.
Do I receive training before I receive a placement?
You will receive 32 hours of specialized training prior to receiving a placement.
How many kids can I have in my home?
You can have 1-2 youth placed in your home at a time.
Do I get a say in who is placed in my home?
Your certifier will work with you during the certification process to identify placement matches. Placements will be screened based on your identified matches.
I am not a home owner; can I still apply?
Yes, you can live in a house, townhouse or apartment. You do not need to be a homeowner.
I’m single; can I still apply?
Yes, foster families can be single, married, divorced or living with a partner.
I’ve never parented before; can I still apply?
Yes, this is not a disqualifying factor. We will provide training and support to help teach parenting skills.
I am not a US citizen; can I still apply?
Yes, this is not a disqualifying factor. We are happy to talk with you about your individual status.
I have a criminal record; can I still qualify?
This is not immediately disqualifying, though some crimes are. We are happy to talk with you about your individual situation.
Doing Good is Business As Usual
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.
Ready to Foster a Child?
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.