When children can't be safely with their parents, they need caring adults to step in. Whether you're interested in fostering, kinship care or adoption, there's a place for you in a child's story.
Being a Resource Parent
In Virginia, resource parent refers to caregivers who are dually licensed to foster and adopt children.
They provide temporary safety and stability while children's families work toward reunification. Resource parents keep children connected to their families during times of crisis.
You Should Know:
Behind every foster family is a story of courage, compassion, and love. We’ve gathered heartfelt stories from families who said “yes” to fostering and found their lives forever changed in the process. They share the moments that challenged them, shaped them, and filled their homes with purpose.