Are you ready to change the life of a child in need through Foster Care or Adoption? Become part of the Gateway Children's Services Family today and we'll be there when you need us.
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Gateway Children's Services Therapeutic Foster Care & Adoption Program
Frequently Asked Questions
- We know first hand that fostering a child is one the the most rewarding opportunities and you have A LOT of questions. Check out a few of the most frequently asked questions about foster care and frequently asked questions from foster parents. We are happy to answer any questions you may have and support you 100% along the way.
We offer:
- Foster Parent Certification Classes
- Medically Complex Foster Care
- Therapeutic Foster Care
- Adoption Services
We provide:
- Free pre-service and ongoing training opportunities
- In-home services including case management, therapy supervisory visits and more
- 24 Hour Support (Emergency On Call Phone number for after-hours, weekend and holidays)
- Daily care financial reimbursement based on the child’s age and behavioral needs
- Recruitment bonuses for referrals of new foster parents
- Respite care if you need time away
Who Can Foster?
We have very diverse group of committed foster families at Gateway Children's Services. As a foster parent, you can have a traditional or non-traditional family, rent or own your home, be married or single, male or female, and you can have children of your own or no children. Contact us today to see if you're a good fit to join our Gateway Family today!
Basic Requirements:
- Live in Kentucky
- Be at least 21 years old
- Have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Pass a drug screen, criminal background check & child abuse and neglect background check
- Possess sufficient verifiable sources of income
- Must be able to provide a safe, secure, and healthy space for a child to live by passing a thorough home inspection
If you have more questions, please call 859.498.9892 or email us to learn more.
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“What greater reward could there be than to give new life to a child; especially to a child who has been hurt or damaged by the mistakes of adults who were supposed to be the child’s love and support system. To be able to help a child learn to trust and love again is quite a reward in itself.” – Sister Delores
This wall reminds me of myself, still standing but worn, with missing pieces and covered in patches to hide its flaws. Protecting the many cracks from vulnerability from the outside forces. Multicolored with years of adding strength to it, just to protect it from caving in on itself, but all the while ruining its solid, beautiful color to what others may see as another ugly wall. But this wall reminds me of me. -Jonny
