Catholic Charities West Michigan- Lakeshore
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Contact Information
1095 Third Street
#125
Muskegon, MI 49441
United States
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#125
Muskegon, MI 49441
United States
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9 AM-4:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM-4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM-4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM-4:30 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM-4:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Foster care provides a temporary, safe, and nurturing home to children who have been removed from their parent’s home due to abuse or neglect. The goal of Catholic Charities West Michigan foster care is the reunification of the child with the birth family, and our foster parents provide the safety and security during the separation that is an integral part of the success of this process.
For over 50 years, Catholic Charities West Michigan has been working with foster families whose love and support have allowed many of these children and teens to safely reunite with their parents, be cared for by relatives, or be adopted by loving families.
Catholic Charities West Michigan needs foster parents in West Michigan for children from our community who come into our care. These kids need nurturing adults on their side.
Services and information
- Traditional Foster Care
- Emergency Foster Care
- Respite Foster Care
- Adoption
Requirements to become a foster parent
Parents can access the Michigan Foster Care Portal (MFCP), which is a tool that helps expedite licensure. The portal can track progress and list the next steps a foster parent needs to take. The MFCP also contains FAQs and helpful guides for parents.
In addition to online tools, foster families also receive some financial support. How much they receive depends on the child's age and needs. Parents may also be entitled to additional reimbursement that covers care costs.
Plus, foster families can access many local and state-wide support organizations and advocacy groups. These groups provide resources, answer questions, and are happy to help form connections between foster parents.
Your foster care agency is always there if you have questions or concerns. Their goal is to ensure the child's well-being and assist parents through the fostering process and beyond.
Another path you might want to consider is co-parenting with the birth parents. The end goal in most foster cases is to reunite a child with their parents or primary caregiver. You'll work with the birth parents anyway to set up visitations, and co-parenting can make your job easier.
Working further with the birth parents can also make the entire fostering process less stressful for a child. They won't feel as if they have to "choose" between homes and families.
Ratings and Reviews
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Sep 18, 2019
Great place to work. Great place for intentional relationship building specialists who want to help the community around them. Many programs to choose from as well. Services are also completely free for most programs.
Jun 15, 2017
They lie they are not Christians. Because of them my son got vileted and now is looking at 60 days- 1 year in jail
Aug 29, 2014
these evil people have stolen hundreds of dollars from their clients,the poor,the sick,the elderly,veterans,people with mental disabilities,,dementia,etc.some of these people were evicted and also some had their utilities shut off because these people did not pay their bills,either at all,or on time.the social security administration is conducting an investigation at this time of this company.shame on them.plus,they have the nerve to charge $40 a month for stealing people's money and for their immoral practices.