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Become a Foster Parent
Become a Foster Parent

Become a Foster Parent

In Virginia, the need for supportive, nurturing foster homes is great.

At DePaul Community Resources, we are always looking for compassionate individuals who want to open their homes and hearts to children and teens in the foster care system. The need for compassionate individuals and safe, loving homes is great and growing, especially for children and teens of color, teenagers, sibling groups, and youth with a need for increased behavioral supports. Our foster parents come from all walks of life—married or single, young, middle-aged, or retired. What matters to us is that parents are willing, with our support, to create a healing environment with guidance, safety, and structure to the young people in their care.

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Pursuing Passions in a World of Opportunity

The world does not always welcome individuals with disabilities. Many times, they lack opportunities to be involved in their communities, to connect with others, to pursue passions, or to reach their full potential. But the importance of making these opportunities possible cannot be understated. When individu­als with disabilities are free to follow their dreams, magic […]

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Finding Hope in a Moment of Darkness

Mark and Cherri were desperately searching for support and stability after welcoming their three grandchildren into their home permanently. “A necessity arose within our family, and we needed to take in our grandchildren,” said Cherri. “Our local Department of Social Services placed Brooklynn, Bryson, and Tyler with us in hopes that it would be a […]

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Dreaming and Doing: A New DePaul Program

“This helps me help her,” said Shawn, speaking about the power and positive impact of DePaul’s Agency-Directed Services (ADS) program. Shawn and his daughter Dianna became part of the ADS program after struggling to navigate the Medicaid waiver system and get Dianna the care she needed at home. The family speaks English as a second […]

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Moving Forward With Hope and Healing

Kimberly opened her heart and home to Katrina in 2015. Katrina was in foster care and desperately searching for safety and stability after experiencing multiple traumatic events in her home. Throughout their years together, Kimberly and Katrina have worked hard to build a healthy mother-daughter bond. And Katrina has worked hard to find healing. “My […]

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Walking Together Toward A Bright Future

December 19 was the most beautiful day of 20-year-old Moe’s life. It was the day she said “I do” to her best friend surrounded by loved ones. And on that day, she was escorted down the aisle by some­one who she believes had a hand in changing her life: DePaul’s Independent Living supervisor, Carrie. “I […]

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A New Year’s Message

Dear Friends, Donors, and Partners, Each year, instead of making a new year resolution, I think about a new year focus. Last year, I shared a message with you about Gratitude. This year, I have landed on Adventure. Why adventure? Well, adventure embodies the spirit of exploration, challenge, and the courage to step into the […]

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