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A Resource parent is another term for foster parent. A resource parent or resource family provides temporary care for children in foster care while their birth family receives family strengthening services. Their role is one of the most vital in the system, working tirelessly to provide children with safe harbor and a greater future.
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About Extraordinary Families
Location:
221 N. Ardmore Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90004, US
Mission Statement
Extraordinary Families' mission is to help children and youth in foster care to have the childhoods and futures they rightfully deserve. Our vision is that every child, youth, and family in child welfare will have the ability to achieve their hopes, fulfill their dreams, and thrive.
Description
Extraordinary Families (EF) is a leading child welfare organization whose mission is to help children and youth in foster care to have the childhoods and futures they rightfully deserve. For more than 25 years, we have been a leader in foster care and adoption in Los Angeles, joining thousands of children, youth, and families. Our work consists of four primary efforts along a continuum of care: 1) training and supporting foster parents for children entering the foster care system, 2) joining children and families through adoption, 3) supporting young adults with trauma and child welfare history as they transition to adulthood, and 4) advocacy and public policy.
We take tremendous pride in our work to reduce childhood trauma, encourage safety and stability, and empower children and youth to thrive. Indeed, 95% of the children we serve experience only one foster home while under our care, a testament to our trauma-informed care model and ongoing individualized support for foster parents. We also help youth aging out of foster care make positive life advancements. We empower them to address past trauma and build skills focused on life improvement, employment, and educational advancement, and match youth with caring mentors to support them every step of the way.
Join us and make a difference in the lives of our children and youth in foster care!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Los Angeles, CA 90004
DATE POSTED
March 23, 2024
SKILLS
- Child Welfare
- Child Care
- Child Development
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 25
- Orientation or Training
- 6-12 months, or as long as the child is in need of care.
- You must be at least 25 years of age and live in LA County. You may be single or coupled. If coupled, living together for at least one year. Your family must be stable and everyone must be interested in caring for a child.