Hope Begins with a Home

Every child deserves a safe, loving home. However, currently more than 14,000 Indiana children need a place where they can dream, grow, and simply be themselves. Indiana is among the top ten states with the highest rates of children, including older children and teens, entering foster care due to factors related to the nation’s opioid crisis, abuse, and neglect. 

These kids need guidance, stability, and someone who believes in their potential. Becoming a foster parent can help a child grow and thrive, transforming their life – and yours! You’ll see their resilience, celebrate their successes, and encourage them as they navigate life’s challenges. Being a foster parent to an older child can be incredibly rewarding as you guide them and allow them to explore the person they are becoming. Studies show that children in foster care who are placed in stable, loving homes have significantly improved educational outcomes and emotional well-being. 

Keep in mind, families can be as unique as the individuals who complete them, and Centerstone comes alongside each foster family to offer ongoing support for everyone involved. So, if you’re single, married, young, an older adult, or a member of the LGBTQ+ community and considering becoming a foster parent, we’d love to hear from you! You don’t need to be perfect, just present.

Centerstone provides specialized foster parent training, expert guidance, and continued support before, during, and after a child is placed in your home. Our resources also include a no-cost home study, 24/7 support, and monthly trainings to help foster parents build skills. If you or someone you know is interested in fostering a child, you can review our FAQ fact sheet or learn more at centerstonefamilies.org.