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It is in our children that we place our sense of hope and aspiration as a community. Our children are the thread that binds our cultural tradition from one generation to the next.
Thousands of Hispanic children in Brooklyn are in need of foster parents. Without these foster parents, the cultural thread that links them with our community is weakened.
The Coalition for Hispanic Family Services is working to keep our families and cultural tradition intact. You can be a part of our effort by becoming a foster parent in our foster boarding home program.
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What is Foster Care?
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A temporary alternative for children during times of crisis. |
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A child can be places by the courts in cases of abuse and neglect. |
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A parent can voluntarily place a child during times of unmanageable stress.
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Who are the Children?
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The majority of children needing homes are Latino and African-American. |
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They range from infants to 18 years of age. |
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Many are brothers and sisters. |
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Many have special needs.
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Who may become Foster Parents?
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Married, single, divorced, or separated adults. |
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You can be employed or on a fixed income. |
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You must be at lease 21 years of age. |
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What you provide:
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A safe and loving home. |
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Adequate space to accommodate a child. |
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A culturally supportive environment. |
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Positive role modeling. |
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Cooperation and teamwork with the agency.
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What we provide:
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Monthly financial assistance to pay for the child’s care. |
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Social and counseling services for the child and foster family. |
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Social, medical, and emotional support services that the child may need. |
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Ongoing information and training to help you as a foster parent. |
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