Make a difference ... Become a foster parent!
Oregon's most vulnerable youth need more support. Learn more about becoming a foster parent with GOBHI, a resource parent with DHS, or a volunteer with Every Child Central Oregon to serve youth who have experienced abuse and neglect, making sure they have the support they need in order to thrive.
Foster youth in Central Oregon deserve the support of local families.
Could yours be one of them?
Greater Oregon Behavioral Health, Inc.
Therapeutic Foster Care
Needed: Full and Part Time Foster Families
Individualized, trauma-informed care designed for foster youth who need extra support before re-entering traditional foster care or returning home.
The length of GOBHI youth placement is typically 6 to 24 months for full-time care, while Relief Care (part time) is typically 2 to 14 days. Referred youth are involved in the Child Welfare System or are supported by their local Community Mental Health Program.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must reside within the state of Oregon
Complete a criminal and child welfare background check
Keep an emotionally and financially stable household
Provide a separate bedroom for foster youth
Providers Receive:
Specialized trainingÂ
24-7 support for emergencies and urgent needs
Assigned staff member to provide support for both family and youth
Individual plans for youth
Substantial reimbursement for care
How to Contact GOBHI
Email: Adam Rodakowski
Phone: 1-541-256-4587
Oregon Department of Human Services
Crook, Deschutes, & Jefferson Counties
Needed: Full Time Resource (Foster) Parents and Part Time Respite Providers
Temporary living arrangements for children and young adults experiencing foster care who need a safe place to live when their parents or guardians cannot safely take care of them.
Some ODHS placements may last for a few weeks, months, or even years. As a resource ​parent, you may choose the type of placements you will accept. Apply as a General, Child Specific, or Relative/Kinship resource family! Learn More >
How to Contact ODHS
Phone: 1-541-548-9480
Every Child
Central Oregon
Every Child Central Oregon serves Deschutes, Jefferson, and Crook Counties, as well as the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. Their mission is to provide love, care, and support for vulnerable children and the families who care for them.
Through Every Child, you will find opportunities to volunteer, meet tangible needs, and more in your local community. Get Involved >
How to Contact Every Child Central Oregon
Phone: 1-541-610-9455
Refer Potential Foster Parents to GOBHI for up to $1,000
Did you know that you can receive a reward for referring foster families to GOBHI? To qualify, the potential foster parent must put you down as the referral source on their application and cannot be certified DHS Child Welfare or other foster care agency at the time of application. Upon their certification you receive $500, and an additional $500 once they have provided one year of care.
Pass this flier on to anyone you think might be interested in fostering with GOBHI!