Bethany Christian Services
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Contact Information
7168 Graham Road
Indianapolis, IN 46250
United States
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Indianapolis, IN 46250
United States
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Friday | 9 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
Foster parents in Indiana have access to a variety of services and support. These services include:
Support Payments
As a foster parent, you will receive a daily payment from DCS to help cover the costs of caring for a foster child. The amount varies depending on the age and needs of the child, but payments start at $18.88/day.
Foster parents are also eligible for an initial clothing expense payment of up to $200.00 and an Annual Personal Allowance of up to $300.00 per child per year. This payment becomes available when the child has been in placement for at least eight days.
Additionally, DCS provides a Special Occasion Allowance of up to $50.00 on
child’s birthday and during the December holidays.
Medical and Dental Coverage
In Indiana, children in foster care are entitled to receive Medicaid coverage for their medical and dental needs.
However, it is the responsibility of the foster parents to schedule and attend all medical and dental appointments for the child. This means that foster parents must make sure that the child receives proper medical care and attends all necessary appointments to maintain their health and well-being.
Training and Support Groups
Foster parents have access to ongoing training and support groups to help them navigate the challenges of fostering. Support groups provide a space for foster parents to connect with others who understand the unique challenges of fostering.
Indiana Foster Care Statistics and Outcomes
Understanding the statistics and outcomes of foster care in Indiana can help you better understand the need for foster parents in the state.
As of 2021, there were over 13,000 children in foster care in Indiana. However, there are only 6,200 licensed foster parents. Most children in Indiana foster care are between ages 8 and 16. On average, they stayed an average of 14.3 months in foster care.
Sadly, children who exit foster care have a higher likelihood of experiencing homelessness, unemployment, and incarceration than their peers who did not experience foster care.
As a foster parent, you can help break this cycle. You could inspire troubled child to excel and reach their true potential.
Ratings and Reviews
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May 20, 2021
Caring and loving staff ,will absolutely go the extra mile for you !
Nov 23, 2020
Bethany is an amazing agency to be with whether you're looking to become a foster parent or adoptive parent. My husband and I have been with Bethany since 2017 and they're always very accommodating to both our schedules with work and everyday things. We have/had wonderful people advocating for us and the children in our journey. We highly recommend Bethany to anyone curious of becoming a foster/adoptive parent we meet
Nov 23, 2020
Bethany works to give children the best, most supportive environment in, sometimes, and impossible situation. Their servant heart ensures that children are cared for; their tireless commitment to youth ensures that they receive the best possible outcome. We have loved volunteering with Bethany.
Nov 23, 2020
We have absolutely LOVED working with Bethany Christian Services, specifically with their Transitional Foster Care program for refugee children. The staff is incredible and through each placement we've had, we have felt incredibly supported and loved. We cannot recommend Bethany Christian Services enough!!
Nov 21, 2020
Over the years Bethany Christian Services has provided exceptional service to the children in need of service as well as our family. The staff is always there readily available to answer questions, lend a helping hand or just a listening ear. We're very proud to be apart of the Bethany Family!!