Foster One Program Foster Parents change lives… Both the children’s and their own.
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What is the Foster One Program?
The Foster One Program is a short-term treatment program based on the Treatment Foster Care Program (TFCO) that gives a child the opportunity to grow and learn positive behavior techniques in a home environment instead of a residential facility or group home. The treatment team, which includes Foster One foster parents, work together to deliver consistent expectations, structure, and guidance as well as patience and kindness. Foster One is evidence-based with proven positive outcomes.
Virtual information sessions are being held on the first Tuesday of the month at noon and 6:30 pm.
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Treatment Foster Care Oregon (TFCO) is an alternative to residential care for children with emotional and behavioral challenges and their families. Currently, our TFCO program is being piloted in the Greater Capital Region as the Foster One Program, with plans to expand to other areas in NYS upon successful implementation. The goal of TFCO is to provide higher-need children with comprehensive services and support in a foster home environment rather than residential care so they can make a safe and successful transition to permanency resources.
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We can help children who need a little extra love and support. This program is available in the Greater Capital Region only. Please contact us today to find out more about this wonderful program.
Commonly Asked Questions
Reunification. The goal of this program is to reunite children with their families.
A child will be placed in the program for approximately 6-12 months. After which time the child returns to their family.
The training curriculum is the same as traditional foster care with an additional 2-day training specific to the Foster One Program.
Unlike traditional foster care, foster parents in this program receive a higher daily rate of $121.
Yes, however, foster parents utilizing the Foster one Program can only have one foster child at a time.
Most of the communication with birth families filters through the Team Leader.
A lot! You will get to know our team very well. This is a small team which means tons of support. Staff check in daily (M-F) and are available 24/7 via phone and/or in person. Foster parents meet with the Team Leader in person weekly to discuss the treatment plan, gain support from other families, and receive additional training.
-Children in this program require additional care and attention as compared to children in traditional foster care.
-The premise of this model is to catch them being good; reinforcing positive behavior since we know that what you pay attention to grows.
-Behaviors are reinforced utilizing sticker charts to monitor behavior along with rewards
For more Frequently Asked Questions
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Ready to take the next steps? Complete our Foster Parent Inquiry form. A member of our foster care team will contact you to discuss the process of changing the life of a child by becoming a foster parent!