How to Become a Foster Parent in Virginia

More than 5500 children in Virginia need temporary homes and loving families. Will you open your home to a child in need?

What is Fostering? Get started today!

Learn more about the fostering journey!

Every child deserves a safe, loving home. Could that be with you? Just enter your name and email address, and we'll send you our comprehensive 45-page guide to Foster Care and Adoption in Virginia. Our guides have helped hundreds of parents to start their journey!

Call us at 1-866-597-9292

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At FosterVA, we do things differently.

We're not just finding homes - we're building families, offering real support, and standing beside you every step of the way.

Whether you're fostering, adopting, or just exploring, we're here for the journey.

Welcome to FosterVA

The #1 Foster Care Resource in Virginia

Here's why families choose us!

  • Hand and heart iconWe are Foster-to-Adopt & Therapeautic Care Experts

    We’re also the only agency in Virginia with AdoptionFlip, our innovative digital book that connects families and DSS faster, supporting better matches for kids who need them most.

  • Family support iconSupport that Never Stops

    From your first inquiry to your first placement and beyond, we’re right by your side with real, personal support - every step of the way.

  • Checkmark iconYou're Never Just a Number

    We get to know you, your story, and your heart. Every match is thoughtful, intentional, and rooted in building genuine, lasting relationships.

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Facts about Foster Care in Virginia

  • 8 year old child" 8

    The average age of a foster child in Virginia is 8 years old

  • Children in Virginia 1700

    There are over 1700 kids in Virginia waiting to be adopted

  • Foster mom and daughter 80 %%

    80% of foster kids say one caring adult changed their life

  • Lonely foster teen 20 %%

    Nearly 20% of teens age out of care without a family to support them.

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What is Foster Care?

Here's some of our top questions and the answers

Foster care provides a safe, temporary home for children who cannot live with their biological families. As a foster parent, you offer stability, support, and hope during a crucial time in their lives.

  • Can I become a foster parent?

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  • Do foster parents get paid?

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  • What is therapeutic foster care?

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The Path to Fostering

Becoming a foster parent is easier than you think!

Step 1

Learn more about fostering, and apply to become a foster parent

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Step 2

Get started with orientation, training, and a pre-visit to your home

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Step 3

Complete your home study and background checks

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Step 4

Complete Approval & Licensing!

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Step 5

Get matched with a child in need, and open your arms and home!

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The Road to Fostering

"Becoming a foster parent changed my life. Seeing my foster child thrive is the most rewarding feeling in the world."

Watch Lacey's Story!

Lacey and her foster mom opened up about Lacey's experience before coming into foster care.

Watch Lacey's story about her foster journey with her siblings

Watch Emma's Story!

Emma is one of four siblings who asked to be adopted together, due to abusive and neglectful parents. With support from the Kansas

Watch Emma and her three siblings foster care story.

Watch Royce's Story!

Royce was in and out of care from the age of two, ending up back in foster care at 14 due to his mother’s drug, alcohol and physical abuse.

Watch Royce's story and experiences about foster care.

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Take the first step!

You can change a child's life! Start the first step today!

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Still Have Questions? Call us at 1.866.597.9292 or Call a FosterVA Specialist here!

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