St. Vincent Catholic Charities
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Contact Information
2800 West Willow Street
Lansing, MI 48917
United States
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Lansing, MI 48917
United States
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8 AM-4:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM-4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM-4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM-4:30 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM-4:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
At St. Vincent Catholic Charities we believe that every child deserves to have a safe place to call home. The Foster Care Program is designed to provide temporary foster care services for children ages 0 through 17 who can no longer remain with their families due to problems in the home.
Once removed, many children feel like nobody wants them. But the truth is, they deserve to be loved and feel safe. Foster parents have the opportunity to give love, wisdom and comfort to a child in need. At St. Vincent Catholic Charities, we see every foster family as a part of our team. Together we work to meet the needs of the children we serve.
Services and information
- Traditional Foster Care
- Emergency Foster Care
- Respite Foster Care
- Adoption
- Other
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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Apr 25, 2023
I recommend anyone looking to become a foster parent here, look elsewhere. I have few good things to say about this agency. If you're considering donating, look for a different charity in Lansing.
Mar 22, 2023
I was a child in their care. I was here for almost a year with cancer and they never took me to a dr to get care. We didn’t know I had cancer until I was out of their care. While I was terribly sick under their care I was mistreated and gaslight by the staff at how sick I was getting. I was also placed on “sick bay” where you only get one meal a day when you are sick. I lost alot of weight and suffered immeasurable mental pain from this facility. Because of this facility when I got help for my condition it was almost too late. I almost died. Not to mention they recently got in trouble because a male staff member had a whole year long relationship with a 14 year old. You can look it up on google. Please reconsider another facility to help your children and family. For the sake of everyone. I can say that some staff members here were my light during my hard times here.
Feb 14, 2023
This place is a joke they don't try to place family back together they think they can make money off your children done with this place..yoyr going to be investigated if it takes every last dime in have
Jan 09, 2023
My team has created several documentary-style videos to highlight some of the work STVCC has done through their refugee and adoption/foster care services. It's so evident how passionate this team is, and it's heart warming to see the positive impact their work has on the community.
Jul 11, 2022
They are not answer the phone.