Thousands of Michigan children need temporary homes where they can feel safe, secure and loved. Some are victims of abuse or neglect. Some have been abandoned by their birth families. It’s not their fault!

To be a successful foster parent you must love children and want to help them. You must meet the requirements for licensing by the State of Michigan and go through initial and ongoing training. You must be willing to cooperate with birth parents who are working towards reunification with their children.

• A safe place to sleep
• Meals
• Clothing
• A nurturing environment
• Transportation to school, family visits, therapy and medical appointments
• A positive adult role model

• Daily reimbursement from the State of Michigan to cover the cost of the child’s food, clothing, transportation and recreation (medical and dental care is provided by the state)
• Ongoing training and support from Lutheran Social Services of Michigan
• The satisfaction of knowing that you are helping a child in need