Child Saving Institute
Our Foster & Kinship Care program offers another vital opportunity to meet our clients where they are, delivering the care and support they need, the moment they need it. Many of the children we serve need a safe, secure home and compassionate, reliable care as their families navigate difficult times. We encourage members of our community to open their hearts and consider this important responsibility.
When you choose to share your heart and home with a child through our foster care program, you can count on continuous support in return. We offer:
One-on-one ongoing support, including home visits by an assigned Foster Care Specialist
Ongoing educational opportunities and connections with experienced foster parents – a team of people working together with you to ensure success and healthy relationships
Access to experienced, caring staff who are available to answer your phone calls any time of the day or night.
Services and information
- Traditional Foster Care
- Emergency Foster Care
- Respite Foster Care
- Adoption
Requirements to become a foster parent
If you're worried about being on your own as a foster parent, don't be! Many resources are available to families.
There are plenty of educational materials on the Nebraska DHHS website. You can learn about definitions and common phrases, Medicaid for foster youth, and what it means to become a resource parent. Plus, there are consultants available to resource families.
Remember, there's plenty of information you can find online as well. From blogs to books, there's no shortage of educational materials for foster parents. Many informative materials cost nothing and teach you invaluable tips.
You'll work closely with your local foster care agency. You'll always have at least one point of contact to turn to if you have questions.
Don't forget about creating a support network. Make sure to include other foster parents and advocates from your area. You'll face obstacles on your journey, such as navigating the legal system or saying goodbye. Having the right person on your side for support makes all the difference.
Ratings and Reviews
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Sep 06, 2023
A great place to work and help make a difference in the community. CSI is doing so many things to assist families in need of extra support & there is a lot of support from leadership and management!
Aug 09, 2023
I’m an educational aide at the Spellman Center. I love getting to work with the kids and the teachers. Each day is a new adventure.
Aug 08, 2023
Been with CSI for almost a year and it was the best change in careers that I made. Everyone was so warm and welcoming! Everyone high up in the agency wants to know you and talk to you when they see you! All the benefits are great and not a disappointment to work here!
Apr 18, 2023
I went here when I was 5-6 and it was pretty cool ngl
I always had fun and I always have nostalgia about it every now and then
Feb 01, 2022
My stepdaughter has been using their counseling services due to problems at her mother's home and suffering from depression and anxiety. She's been talking with Taylor who my husband had to get set up because her mother refused to allow her counseling but now after talking to Taylor for a year her father's not informed anymore he is pushed back aside like he doesn't matter. Her mother is very manipulative and as a professional I would presume they would know the difference. If you're looking at getting your child help this is not the place to do it since their counselors Do not treat the parents equally.