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1. dcfs.lacounty.gov › caregivers › adoptionAdopt a Foster Child | Los Angeles County Department of ...

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   Each year, hundreds of people from all walks of life adopt through our agency. If you would like to adopt a child from foster care through DCFS, the first step is completing the Resource Family Approval (RFA) process. Once you are approved, you will be eligible to foster a child.

   • Post-Adoption Services

     The Post Adoption Services (PAS) Unit has grown over the...

   • Independent Adoption

     Independent Adoption. An independent adoption is an adoption...

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     The stepparent adoption workers also handles surrogate...

   • Financial Assistance

     However, in Los Angeles County, a supplement of $440 per...

   • Rights & Responsibilities

     Los Angeles County Foster Youth Bill of Rights As the...

   • Become a Foster Parent

     Resource Family Approval. A Resource Family is an...

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2. allianceforchildrensrights.org › programs › adoptionAdoption from Foster Care | Alliance for Children's Rights

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   If you are interested in adopting a child from foster care, call the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services Placement and Recruitment Unit at (888) 811-1121 or visit their website. You may also choose to contact a private foster family agency.

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3. www.alliesforeverychild.orgL.A. Foster Care, Adoptions, Early Childhood Learning & More

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   We find loving homes for children in foster care. We provide training, support, and resources to help foster parents succeed. Our comprehensive support is crucial to effectively transforming Los Angeles’ foster care system by ensuring that foster parents have everything they need to succeed.

4. dcfs.lacounty.gov › caregivers › meet-la-foster-youthMeet LA Foster Youth | Los Angeles County Department of ...

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   DCFS oversees all the foster youth throughout Los Angeles County in need of a permanent home. In particular, DCFS is seeking families to care for older youth (ages 9-17), large sibling groups, and children with medical needs.

5. lifejusticeandpeace.lacatholics.org › fosterFoster Care & Adoption - Office of Life, Justice and Peace ...

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   Is your family called to be a foster family to children in need? Perhaps you have questions: How long is the process? Is there compensation? Do you need to own a house? FosterAll can answer your questions. There are dozens of foster family agencies, ready to serve you, let FosterAll help find the best agency for your family. CLICK HEREto check out ...

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   We know that in our Catholic Communities many families have opened their hearts and their homes to foster children. Let’s build a community around families who are helping children in need. Your family can be a resource family to families who are fostering! 1. You can pray for the health and well-being of foster parents 2. You can help cook meals f...

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   Mentoring foster kids through Big Brothers, Big Sisters or KidSave

   Host a family brunch for kids in group homes at the parish.

   Host drives for duffel bags or clothes for foster youth.

   Volunteer as a family with one of the organizations who serve foster children. CLICK HEREto see list of organizations.

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7. lacatholics.org › fosterFoster Care & Adoption - LA Catholics

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   We’ll help you find a speaker for after Masses, provide you with prayers and resources, and introduce you to agencies you can invite to speak and help your parish get involved in foster. Call The Office of Life, Justice, and Peace at (213) 637-7632 to book a speaker today.

8. dcfs.lacounty.gov › youth › teens-16Teens 16 and Older | Los Angeles County Department of ...

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   If you are a transition-aged foster youth experiencing an emergency and find yourself in need of immediate support, there are services across Los Angeles County that can provide you with assistance to obtain, food, transportation and other critical needs, as necessary.

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   How many children are in foster care in Los Angeles County?

   • There are currently more than 38,000 children in foster care in Los Angeles County, one of the highest numbers in the nation. 57.5% of foster children in LA are under the age of 9. Homelessness – 40% of teens who age out of foster care will be homeless in 2 years. Incarceration – 80% of current prison inmates have spent time in foster care.

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   What services are available for transition-aged foster youth in Los Angeles County?

   • If you are a transition-aged foster youth experiencing an emergency and find yourself in need of immediate support, there are services across Los Angeles County that can provide you with assistance to obtain, food, transportation and other critical needs, as necessary. You are also entitled to receive emergency housing placements as needed.

   Teens 16 and Older | Los Angeles County Department of Children and

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   Are there free programs to foster youth in Los Angeles County?

   • There are free programs available to foster youth throughout Los Angeles County, from SAT prep and college readiness courses, to financial aid and scholarships to help make college an affordable option for you. Preparing for College

   Teens 16 and Older | Los Angeles County Department of Children and

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   Can a foster youth get a job in Los Angeles?

   • If you are a current foster youth in Los Angeles looking for employment, the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is committed to ensuring your self-sufficiency by connecting you to volunteer opportunities, internships, job-training programs, vocational schools, entry-level employment and military service.

   Teens 16 and Older | Los Angeles County Department of Children and

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   How do I adopt a child through DCFS?

   • Each year, hundreds of people from all walks of life adopt through our agency. If you would like to adopt a child from foster care through DCFS, the first step is completing the Resource Family Approval (RFA) process. Once you are approved, you will be eligible to foster a child.

   Adopt a Foster Child | Los Angeles County Department of Children and

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   Where can I meet La's foster youth?

   • To meet some of LA’s foster children for adoption, visit the Heart Gallery, a stirring and unique Portrait exhibit of adoptable children and sibling groups sharing the same dream of having a ‘Forever Family.’

   Meet LA Foster Youth | Los Angeles County Department of Children and

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