Considering foster care?
You have what it takes.

You don’t need a perfect home, family, or schedule to foster. You just need a willing heart—and the right support behind you.

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Foster Family

We’d love to connect with you.

Let’s take the first step together.

Why choose The Villages?

Indiana Only

Our village has exclusively served Indiana families for over 45 years

24/7 Support

A real person answers when you call & shows up when you need it

Free Training

20 hours before you begin, plus free ongoing training every year

Financial Support

Donor-funded support helps cover added expenses

Telehealth Access

Free virtual behavioral health- and medication-related services

Infant Specialists

Extra support for children ages 0–3 from early childhood experts

Family parents with baby

Nervous? They were too.

“Our first placement was a respite placement with a little girl we had for the weekend. We were able to ‘put our toe in the water’ until we got comfortable, rather than being thrown in the deep end. The Villages worked with our schedule and gave us so much support.”
— Kristi
Foster Parent, 9 Years | Marion, IN

“When we first started fostering, we were nervous and honestly not sure what this new journey would entail. But with every question, concern, and struggle, The Villages has helped us through it. We don’t feel like we’re doing this alone.”
— Miriam
Foster Parent, 6 Months | Albany, IN

“I was nervous about the expenses and logistics involved in foster care, but the team at The Villages has helped pay for childcare, provided new clothes and diapers, filed our documentation and per diem payments, registered us in trainings. They even reminded us that our cats needed their vaccinations!”
— Carolynn
Foster Parent, 1 Year | Indianapolis, IN

From the very beginning, [our foster licensing manager, Abbey,] took the time to clearly explain each step of the foster licensing process. She broke down complex requirements into manageable pieces, ensuring that we fully understood what to expect at every stage…Most importantly, Abbey made us feel comfortable and supported throughout the entire journey.
— Silpa
Foster Parent, Newly Licensed | Zionsville, IN

Want to learn more about fostering?

Meet Baileigh Sims, Foster Recruitment and Outreach Manager

Are you interested in learning how you, your family, your organization, your church, or your small group can make an impact in the lives of foster children? Schedule a meeting with our Foster Recruitment and Outreach Manager, Baileigh Sims, who has guided over 70 families through the process of becoming a foster parent.

Learn more in a setting you’re most comfortable with: grab a coffee, meet virtually, or have Baileigh come speak with your group.

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Baileigh, Foster Parent Outreach Coordinator