12/14/2019
The primary purpose of foster care is to provide a safe and stable environment for a child who cannot be with his or her parents for some reason. An environment that feels like home instead of a group home or other residential center is usually best for a child.
Those who view foster care from the outside may wonder why itβs so important. Perhaps some have even thought about becoming foster parents but havenβt taken the next step. It may be helpful to understand why thereβs such a need for this service.