Bloom Our Youth
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Contact Information
150 Marquis Drive
Fayetteville, GA 30214
United States
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Fayetteville, GA 30214
United States
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
A nationally recognized and accredited 501(c)3 non-profit located in Fayetteville, GA, Bloom connects the community to evidence-based, outcome-driven programs that support and strengthen the lives of vulnerable children and their families.
Register and attend a brief Foster Parent Information Session where you will learn about the foster parenting process and the children who need care.
There is no commitment to continue after attending the session. We ask that you show up with an open heart and mind.
Services and information
- Traditional Foster Care
- Emergency Foster Care
- Respite Foster Care
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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Apr 11, 2018
Great place. Great idea. I'm glad my gently used clothes are going to go to people who need them!
Feb 22, 2018
Bloom by far compares to none in being one of the most excellent, caring and professional Foster Care Agencies. Being a Foster Parent with this Agency for a little over 4 years, I have found them to be caring about the well being of the children they service as well as the foster parents in the agency. Bloom has an open door policy with their foster parents which I feel is a cut above the rest. Bloom takes a personal interest in the children they service, making sure that are matched with the appropriate foster parent that can best serve the needs of the children placed in their home. Foster Parents receive more than adequate training that empower them to be the best foster parent they can be. As an organization ALL of the staff at Bloom are wonderful! Professional! and enjoyable to be apart of as a Foster Parent. If I could give them a rating of 10, I would. Also on more of a personal note, I was thinking about relocating but in finding out where I was thinking about moving would be out of the range for Bloom to service, I immediately changed my mind. Because of the utmost care that I have seen with all they do for the children and how they truly care about their foster parents alike, I would not want to be associated with any other Foster Care Agency. Again, Bloom truly is a cut above the rest as a Foster Care Agency. If you are considering/thinking about becoming a Foster Parent Bloom is the agency to choose, we truly Bloom Our Youth!!
Feb 18, 2018
Very disappointed with my experience with the organization, tried to get involved as foster parents and apparently ruffled the wrong feathers as even the director refused to return our calls or emails after we expressed interest in leaving the option of adopting a foster child open. Only after our experience did we find out bloom is known for taking foster children away if you get the wrong person mad at you. It appears their funding and "numbers" take a hit if a child leaves foster care to be adopted.......... they may be desperate to keep kids in the system, not a good sign.
Dec 29, 2017
A great resource for foster parents!
Sep 20, 2017
Jean does the best arrangements! I've counted on her for over 10 years and she never disappoints.