Child and Family Charities
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Contact Information
4287 Five Oaks Drive
Lansing, MI 48911
United States
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Lansing, MI 48911
United States
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8:30 AM-6 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM-6 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM-6 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM-6 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM-5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Ensuring safe & loving homes for abused, neglected and vulnerable children and youth. Approximately 13,000 Michigan children are in foster care at any given time. For up to date information on the child welfare in Michigan, click this link: Click here for information on child welfare in the State of Michigan.
Child and Family Charities' Child Welfare Division provides a foster care program that serves children of all ages. Many of the children we provide placement for have been removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect. Some foster children are infants, but most are older children who require temporary care until family troubles are resolved or until placed for adoption.
Foster care is provided by families who are recruited, trained, licensed, and supported by the agency. Weekly therapy, team meetings, frequent foster home and school visits, enhanced support to the foster parents, and crisis intervention characterize the services of foster care.
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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Mar 11, 2021
Very good placing very nice people
Mar 11, 2021
I have served as a director for this agency for nearly 9 years. I became involved mostly because of services we provided to the agency, but I've come to see the amazing work done with children, youth and families in our community. The agency provides a wide variety of services and supports not offered by other organizations.
Mar 03, 2021
They are friendly and professional. I expected to feel self- conscious and uncomfortable, but was pleasantly surprised.
Jan 27, 2021
Child and Family Charities is a wonderful place to work! with caring staff members and a great management team. they are always willing to fill the need in the community.
Nov 04, 2020
The management at this company is always thinking of their employees and how to make sure their needs are met. The management team is open for conversation and are easy to talk with.