Bethany Christian Services
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Contact Information
6645 Peachtree Dunwoody Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30328
United States
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Atlanta, GA 30328
United States
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Being a foster parent is so much more than loving a child in your home. It’s also showing kindness to a family when they need it most.
It’s giving a child a safe place to land during a hard, scary time when they’re away from home. And it’s showing compassion to a parent who is likely overwhelmed, scared, and without a lot of support.
It’s helping a child stay connected to the only home they’ve ever known, in whatever way it’s safe to do so, and cheering on a family that’s living out a comeback story.
At Bethany, our heart beats for family. We want to see families strong, supported, and together. But we know there are times when families face challenges—and children need care.
That’s why we’re seeking foster parents who believe in families too.
Services and information
- Traditional Foster Care
- Emergency Foster Care
- Respite Foster Care
- Adoption
Requirements to become a foster parent
The DHS assists foster families with placement and ensures the child adjusts well to their new environment. Whether you have years of parenting experience or are relatively new to the idea, they have many support options for families. You can find plenty of information on the DHS/DFCS website or call them for more assistance.
Your local licensed child placement agency also places children in the foster system with carefully matched parents. Although foster care is temporary, it's crucial to find the right fit. That's why parents get a say in age range and gender.
There are also many state support groups for foster families that provide educational resources, services, and more. Connecting with these organizations and adding to your personal support network will be invaluable.
One of the best ways to become a better parent, whether you plan on fostering a child short-term or adopting, is to read as much as you can about Georgia's foster system. For instance, recently proposed bills would help to streamline parts of the state's foster care placement system.
You can find plenty of information available online for free as well. Blogs, podcasts, and videos are all incredibly useful ways to obtain new information about fostering.
Ratings and Reviews
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Sep 10, 2018
Shameful company.
Parents must be Christine or go away.
Sorry for the humanity in American laws.
Got bless kids.
Jul 19, 2018
We had a wonderful experience with Bethany in both Tennessee and Georgia. We have received excellent (I want to use a better word here but can't think of one) post-adoption care and counseling. I would (and do) recommend Bethany to anyone thinking of choosing adoption as a birth parent or choosing to adopt. They are caring, attentive, and get to know you as a family and as individuals. I hate that others who have written reviews haven't had good experiences with Bethany because we have had the best.
Sep 26, 2017
We had a wonderful experience with BCS! They were very supportive, very intentional with the birth mothers, and had a very encouraging Christ centered environment. So thankful they guided us to our sweet boy. If we adopt again, we most definitely will be doing it with BCS!
Aug 21, 2017
Love Bethany!
May 25, 2017
A recommendation would be for the Atlanta branch to scale back and focus on quality over quantity.