Assistance for Current and Future Foster Parents

Please explore the following links to learn more about programs, services, and other important resources for foster parents, those interested in becoming foster parents, and others with a heart for children in Manatee County:

Parent and Family Resources

• 211 Community Resources
  Search United Way’s 211 Community Resource Directory to connect with a variety of available resources available to those need, or simply dial 211.

• Assistance for Drug and Alcohol Problems
  Addiction resources presented by Drug Free Manatee.

• Behavioral Health Resources
  Resources from Central Florida Behavioral Health Network.

• Bridge A Life Help for Families
  A variety of programs including free meals, home repairs, adoption assistance, special events, and more.

• Manatee County FAPA
  The Manatee County Foster & Adoptive Parent Association helps foster and adoptive families connect and grow.

• Parenting Matters Programs
  A variety of in-home, group, and other parenting programs are available from Parenting Matters in Bradenton.

• Reports and Tips for Parents
  Parenting information from Manatee County government.

• SOLVE Maternity Homes Resident Application
  Application for housing with during pregnancy and for a pre-determined time after the birth.

Additional Resources

• Become A GAL Child Advocate
  Information on becoming a Guardian Ad Litem from the Children’s Guardian Fund.

• Report Child Abuse
  Report abuse or exploitation of children or vulnerable adults to the Florida Department of Children and Families.