May is Foster Parent Appreciation Month
Nominate a Foster Parent
Do you know a foster parent in the Mat-Su Valley who deserves to be celebrated? Nominate them for our Foster Parent Appreciation recognition program!
All nominees will receive digital certificates and be recognized across our social media. Finalists will receive commemorative plaques, and the top three will be honored at a special dinner hosted by The Children’s Place.
Nominate a Foster ParentFoster Parent Winners
Thank You For All That You Do!
Monica Day
Jake Wyatt
Lily Halpert
Alaska Needs Foster Parents Now More Than Ever
More children than ever are entering foster care in Alaska, and compassionate foster parents are urgently needed to give them safe, loving homes. Learn how you can take the first steps toward becoming a foster parent today!
How to FosterGet Help or Information
Use these resources to find support for children and families including information, community-based services, training sessions, and more.
Other Resources
- Mat-Su Health Foundation
- National Children’s Alliance
- R.O.C.K. Mat-Su
- Indian Child Welfare
Child Advocacy Centers in Alaska
Alaska CARES
Anchorage, AK
Anchorage: (877) 561-8301
Out of State: (907) 561-8301
Bristol Bay Area CAC
Dillingham, AK
Phone: (907) 842-1230
Copper River Basin CAC
Glenallen, Gakona, & surrounding area
Phone: (907) 822-3733
Kawerak Inc. CAC
Nome, AK
Phone: (907) 443-4488
Phone: (907) 456-2866
South Peninsula Haven House
Kenai Peninsula, AK
Phone: (907) 235-7712
The Children’s Place
Wasilla, AK
Phone: (907) 357-5157
Phone: (907) 543-3444
Training & Literature
Abusive Head Trauma Shaken Baby Syndrome
This is a free prevention training for babysitting aged children to help them prevent brain trauma to infants, presented by The Children’s Place. Call today to schedule your training with one of our Family Advocates.
Free State of Alaska Mandatory Reporter Training
Participants will learn about Alaska child abuse & neglect laws and the impact abuse and neglect has on Alaska’s children. Learners will understand the magnitude of child abuse and neglect in Alaska, know which school district personnel are mandated reporters, and find agencies and organizations in Alaska that offer aid to victims’ families. This course also satisfies the requirement for training on sexual abuse and sexual assault awareness and prevention.
Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Training
Statement: Darkness to Light: Stewards of Children free child sexual abuse prevention training. Call today to schedule your training with R.O.C.K. Mat-Su.
Nominate a Foster Parent
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