Minnesota Foster Families Needed as Thousands of Youth Seek Support

(MNN)-Minnesota continues to face a need for foster families, with more than 9,000 children and teens experiencing out-of-home care last year.  Samantha Van Bogart, director of social work and domestic programs at Children’s Home, says older youth are especially in need of stable, supportive homes.  While becoming a foster parent can seem overwhelming, Van Bogart says Children’s Home helps guide prospective foster parents through the licensing process every step of the way.  She says providing a safe home and a caring relationship can make a lasting difference in a child’s life.