Greater Hopes Family Services, Inc.
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Contact Information
1345 Monroe NW
Suite 246
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
United States
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Suite 246
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
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 |
At Greater Hopes we’re all about helping to strengthen families. That could mean bringing adopting families together with birth families, creating a brand new bigger family. Or that could mean helping parents raise their children while gaining great new tools and a new brighter outlook.
“We believe in tenderly caring for children by thoughtfully providing excellent and ethical Family Support and Adoption Services.”
Services and information
- 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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May 31, 2019
Cathy and her team are the best. I would recommend Greater Hopes to family and friends without hesitation.
Mar 10, 2019
My wife and I have truly enjoyed working with Greater Hopes and have learned a great deal from Cathy and her staff.
Feb 21, 2019
Greater Hopes have completely changed our family forever. We have loved every minute of working with them since they make you feel so welcome and part of their family. They help and support ALL families regardless of race, sexual orientation, creed in a non-judgmental way. Whether you are looking to place a child for adoption or looking to grow your family, they are there for YOU and they will listen and help in any way they can.
They are knowledgeable and have an amazing reputation with hospital nurses and social workers. They are known for their kind, sensitive, experienced, selfless actions. During our placement we literally saw Greater Hopes working day and night for our family.
Amazing organization with amazing people!
Feb 15, 2019
We are in the middle of the adoption process and Cathy, Alissa, and Drew are amazing. They work great as a team and individually. Great group!
Feb 13, 2019
I contacted Cathy Raidna with some questions about foster care/adoption. I expected to make an appointment, but Cathy answered all my questions and pointed me in the right direction over the phone all for free. I was so relieved after talking to her and I am very grateful to Cathy for taking the time to explain the things I needed to know. I highly recommend Cathy Ann Raidna.