Become a Foster Parent in Colorado Springs
Are you ready to start your Journey to Becoming a Foster Family?
One of the most rewarding, while being one of the most challenging life choices that a family can make is to say YES to becoming a Foster Family. Special Kids Special Families will guide you every step of the way! Our Foster Care Program encourages the achievement of every child’s full potential by providing a stable and nurturing alternative family environment. At the same time, we implement specific treatment plans for foster children and their families while working towards the best permanent outcome for everyone involved.
The SKSF Difference
SUPPORTIVE: At SKSF, our compassionate team of professionals will journey with you through each step of the process of becoming licensed. Just another way you’ll experience the benefits of the SKSF difference.
LOW-COST: As a local nonprofit focused on family wellbeing, we don’t charge an application fee and provide our valuable training at no cost to our families. We also absorb the cost of background checks, First Aid, and CPR certification.
TRANSFORMATIVE: Foster care has the potential to be a transformative force in a child’s life, offering them the opportunity to heal, grow, and thrive in a supportive and nurturing environment.
Let's Get Acquainted
Connect with an SKSF Team Member to discuss your tailored plan to expanding your heart & home. Complete application & various background checks.
Laying A Foundation
Time to map out your unique foster journey TOGETHER & review various policies & procedures
Preparation & Training
Complete core training including CPR & First Aid & participate in interview sessions series
Home Study & Visit
Finalize home study & perform a home visit with your SKSF support team
Home Is Where The Heart Is
Celebrate certification from the state to become a foster home with SKSF! Welcome home loved ones!
STEP #1 LET’S GET ACQUAINTED: Connect with an SKSF Team Member to discuss your tailored plan to expanding your heart & home. Complete application & various background checks.
STEP #2 LAYING A FOUNDATION: Time to map out your unique foster journey TOGETHER & review various policies & procedures.
STEP #3 PREPARATION & TRAINING: Complete core training including CPR & First Aid & participate in interview sessions series.
STEP #4 HOME STUDY & VISIT: Finalize home study & perform a home visit with your SKSF support team.
STEP #5 HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS: Celebrate certification from the state to become a foster home with SKSF & welcome home loved ones!
Become a Foster Parent FAQs
To become a foster parent in Colorado Springs, you must meet state licensing requirements, complete required foster parent training, and demonstrate a safe home environment. Special Kids Special Families provides guidance through the certification process and helps families understand expectations.
Foster parent training in Colorado Springs includes special needs foster care requirements, behavioral support education, and safety planning. This structured training prepares families for the responsibilities of fostering and helps ensure children with disabilities receive appropriate care.
The foster parent approval process in Colorado Springs varies based on application review, home study completion, and training schedules. Special Kids Special Families works with prospective parents to help them complete steps efficiently and prepare for placement.
After placement, foster parents receive ongoing support through case management, respite care options, and community referrals. These support services help families navigate challenges and access resources to maintain stability for children in their care.
