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Admissions

Clear information for a stressful moment.

Understand the general review process and what information is safe to share online.

Need immediate help?

This website does not provide emergency placement or crisis response. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 and follow authorized agency procedures.

General eligibility

Who may be eligible

Boys and girls in foster care, transitioning between placements, experiencing family instability, or otherwise needing a safe residential environment.

Ages served
[To be confirmed]
Placement and referral sources
[To be confirmed]
Geographic service area
[To be confirmed]
Placement types
[To be confirmed]
Required documents
[To be confirmed]
Current availability and capacity
[To be confirmed]
Availability changes

Submitting a referral does not guarantee admission. Decisions are based on eligibility, individual needs, available capacity, safety considerations, and applicable requirements.

What to expect

A calm, five-step review process.

The exact timing and documentation will vary.

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Submit a referral inquiry.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    The admissions team reviews eligibility and capacity.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    The referring professional is contacted.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    An intake meeting or assessment is scheduled when appropriate.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    The team communicates the decision and next steps.

General referral inquiry

Start with the referring adult’s information.

Do not submit a child’s name, birth date, health information, school, case number, or placement history.

General inquiries only. Do not submit medical, mental-health, placement, or child-identifying information.