“I’ve thought about fostering, but…”
For many people, that’s where the conversation begins. The desire to help a child is there, but so are the questions and fears.
At Bloom, we understand that fostering is a big decision. That’s why choosing an agency that will prepare and support you throughout the journey matters.
“What if I’m not a perfect parent?”
Perfect parents aren’t required. Children need safe, patient, and committed adults willing to show up for them. Bloom provides comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you feel prepared and confident.
“I already have children. How will fostering affect them?”
Fostering is a family decision. It can require adjustment and patience, but it can also teach children empathy, compassion, and what it means to care for others. Bloom helps families understand what to expect and determine whether fostering is the right fit.
“I don’t know if I can handle a child who has experienced trauma.”
You aren’t expected to figure it out alone. Bloom provides training, resources, and ongoing guidance to help foster parents understand the effects of trauma and respond with patience, consistency, and compassion.
“My life is already busy. Do I really have time?”
Foster parents come from many different walks of life, including busy working families. Bloom helps you understand the realities of fostering so you can decide whether it fits your family, lifestyle, and season of life. And if foster families need time to rest, recharge, or simply take care of life, respite care provides trusted, temporary care of the child in their home.
“What if I need help after a child is placed?”
This is one of the biggest reasons to foster with Bloom: you are not doing this alone. Our support doesn’t stop when training ends. Bloom continues to provide guidance, resources, and practical support throughout your foster care journey.
Why Bloom?
For 40 years, Bloom has been strengthening children in foster care and empowering the families who care for them. From training and ongoing guidance to practical resources through The Bloom Closet, we surround our foster families with a community committed to helping them succeed.
You don’t have to have it all figured out. You just have to be willing to take the first step.
Could you be the caring adult a child needs? To learn more about fostering with Bloom or to sign up for a virtual information session on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m., visit https://bloomfosters.org/our-programs/foster-parenting/.
