Children's Home Society of Florida

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Contact Information

650 10th Street
Vero Beach, FL 32960
United States
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DayHours
Monday9AM - 5PM
Tuesday9AM - 5PM
Wednesday9AM - 5PM
Thursday9AM - 5PM
Friday9AM - 5PM
Saturday9AM - 5PM
Sunday9AM - 5PM

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We recruit, license, and support loving foster families that provide stability and safety to children in the midst of uncertainty.

Children unable to live safely at home find security, guidance, and opportunity with CHS. Our first priority is always their safety and well-being, and our case managers are passionate about building bridges to success for children in foster care. We also empower kids to realize their full potential by providing opportunities for counseling, tutoring other educational activities, recreational activities, mentoring, and more. Thousands of Florida children need a safe place to live – right now. These kids – from newborns to teenagers – can’t live at home until their families work through challenges interfering with their safety.

They need hope, love, and structure. If you’re ready to open your heart and home, we can’t wait to talk to you.

 

Services and information

  • Traditional Foster Care
  • Emergency Foster Care
  • Respite Foster Care
  • Adoption

Requirements to become a foster parent

Many adults are eligible to become foster parents in their state but do not always realize it. Each state in the U.S. has regulations and requirements for licensing foster parents. Florida does not require parents to own a large home or quit their jobs and become stay-at-home parents. Florida foster parents must:

  • Be 21 years of age or older
  • Prove good health and ability to care for a child
  • Maintain a stable income
  • Pass a background screening
  • Finish 30 hours of foster parent training
  • Complete a Home Study

The required training course is free to aspiring foster parents. It helps parents learn how to foster children and become licensed to provide foster care in Florida.

Ratings and Reviews

Average user rating

3.7 / 5
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Chelsea Jane Fleener
Jan 31, 2019

I lived their for 3 years. Trying to get ahold of them so I can find the name of the dentist they took to me to and I cant get a hold of ANYONE. on any extensions. Not a house, the nurses, desk clerk, anyone.
Edit: 5 hours in. Does anyone work here? Who's watching the place??

Rating: 4