Therapeutic Foster Care
We are actively recruiting therapeutic foster parents to provide safe, stable, and supportive homes for children and teens in Alaska. These children have experienced trauma and need caregivers who can offer patience, structure, and consistent care. With specialized training and ongoing support, you can make a real difference in the life of a child who needs more than traditional foster care.
What is
Therapeutic Foster Care?
Therapeutic foster care provides nurturing, trauma-informed homes for children and teens with emotional, behavioral, or mental health needs. Ages typically range from 4 to 16 years old. Many of these children need long-term care, guidance, and consistent connection. Therapeutic foster parents help them heal by providing stability, empathy, and practical support.
Who can be a Therapeutic Foster Parent?
You don’t need to be perfect—you just need to be compassionate, committed, and open to learning.
Basic requirements include:
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Age 21 or older
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Stable housing and income
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Ability to pass background checks
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Willingness to complete specialized trauma training
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An open heart and flexible mindset
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Why it Matters
Children who come from hard places need more than love—they need safe, structured environments where they feel seen and valued. As a therapeutic foster parent, you can provide the stability and connection that helps them begin to heal.
Support You Will Receive
Therapeutic foster parents are never alone. We provide:
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Specialized trauma-informed training
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24/7 support and crisis response
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Monthly reimbursement
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Respite care options
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A team of clinicians and case managers
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Ongoing education and support groups
Is This Role Right for You?
Children in therapeutic foster care may have experienced trauma, neglect, or abuse. Some may struggle with emotional regulation, attachment, or behaviors linked to past experiences. Others may be affected by FASD, prenatal drug exposure, or the loss of a loved one.
Ideal foster parents are:
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Patient, flexible, and compassionate
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Emotionally resilient
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Open to ongoing training and feedback
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Committed to making a long-term difference
If this describes you, therapeutic foster care may be the right fit.
Next Steps
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Schedule a no-pressure information session.
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Complete our pre-screening questionnaire.
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Meet with our team to explore the best match for your strengths and lifestyle.