Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw
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Contact Information
4925 Packard Road
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
United States
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Ann Arbor, MI 48108
United States
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8:30 AM-9 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM-9 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM-9 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM-9 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM-5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM-3 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
At Catholic Social Services, we have been sharing and listening to each other’s stories about the challenging times we are facing together in our country surrounding grief and injustice because of recent acts of violence.
We have been reading literature, sharing information, and discussing experiences to help us formulate how we can meaningfully build upon our current mission, core values, and Catholic social teachings. We believe this work will allow us to fortify processes that continue to promote conscious decisions and actions that are inclusive, respectful, and loving of all our stakeholders – our clients, employees, and the community that we support and support us.
The work of Catholic Social Services is the work of the Catholic Church, which unequivocally denounces racism, discrimination, injustice, and violence in all forms. Inherent to our mission is defending and caring for the oppressed, marginalized, and forgotten within our community, promoting the dignity and value of every individual, and respecting our shared humanity. Our unwavering commitment to these core values remains strong in the face of increasing injustice. As a social service agency, we will continue to be a learning organization that strives to live and promote the Gospel message of equality and justice, with the dignity and love of neighbor that is the foundation of our Catholic social teachings.
Serving all faiths, all ages, and all walks of life.
Services and information
- Traditional Foster Care
- Specialized / Therapeutic 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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Jun 03, 2016
I adopted both of my children as infants through Catholic Social Services and have referred several of my family and friends who were considering adoption to the agency as well. Some things you should know whether you are a birth parent or potential adoptive parent:
1. This agency promotes open adoption which means they encourage a relationship between you and the birth parent, as well as the child and the birth parent even after the adoption is final. The agency honors the birth parent and educates the prospective adoptive parents about the open adoption process and why it is beneficial for all involved. Prospective adoptive parents attend classes about the benefits of the process and in my case, I heard from children of closed adoptions and open adoptions. It was extremely beneficial to hear from all sides and learn how the process works and the effect it can have on the children placed for adoption.
2. Although the agency works with both birth parents and adoptive parents, there are separate case workers for each and very little interaction between the two until the birth parent has made the decision to place the child with birth parents. This is to ensure that the birth parents do not feel pressure to place the child with a family and have an opportunity to explore all possibilities with regard to parenting the child themselves.
3. The staff/caseworkers are wonderful and work with the adoptive parents to maximize their visibility to birth parents. I have not specifically worked with the birth parent caseworkers, but have received nothing but good reports from those who do.
Overall, I have nothing but praise for the work this agency did for me. They respect and provide support for both the birth parents and adoptive parents. They have helped me build my family and I forever will be grateful.
Jun 03, 2016
Catholic Social Service of Wastenaw County is a great place where you can be comfortable to share your thoughts and feelings.
You will also build up a silent confidence in yourself and they will help you to look forward not behind.
The staffs are very friendly and helpful.
This is a place where you will always gain a POSITIVE ENERGY!
Jun 02, 2016
Over six years we adopted our three children through Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County and we couldn't be happier.
Before we entered the adoption pool, the entire process was explained to us. We knew exactly what to expect throughout the entire adoption process. They also supported us while we were in the adoption pool - three times! Whenever I had a question or just felt anxious, I knew I could call them and would get the answers and the sounding board I needed. And now that our family is complete, and our "baby" is six years old, I still call for adoption support and advice.
They helped us build our family, supported us through the process, and continue to support us as our family grows. They will get you through this process with compassion and understanding.
Also important to me, they treated our children's birth mothers with the same compassion and understanding both during the pregnancy and after they placed their children with us. And just like they continue to support us, they continue to support our children's birth mothers almost eleven years later.
They do what's best for birth mothers, for children, and adoptive families.
Jun 02, 2016
We had an overwhelmingly positive adoption experience with CSS. As an adult adoptee, I was searching for an agency that treated ALL members of the adoption triad with empathy and respect. CSS goes above and beyond to ensure that women facing unplanned pregnancies receive counseling and guidance regarding ALL of their pregnancy options. Women who choose to make an adoption plan are supported through every step of the process and can return for counseling post-placement. Women who choose to parent are also supported!
We were able to develop a trusting relationship with our son's first mother and we have a healthy open adoption. We consider CSS the gold-standard in adoption!
Jun 02, 2016
Catholic Social Services handles all parties in the adoption process in a respectable and empathetic way. They are informative and educated about every aspect of adoption. CSS is very thorough in the education provided to adoptive parents, birth parents, and the community. CSS has always been very professional in their manner of service to all of those they come in contact with and is a first-class adoption agency.