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Helpful Resources for Foster Parents

There are a lot of great resources available in Polk County for foster families. We want to be your one-stop location to find services that will help you during your foster care journey. If you know of a service we should have listed for foster parents, please contact us through our contact form.

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Four Oaks

Four Oaks is the licensing agent for the Department of Human Services. If you are interested in learning more about becoming a foster parent, contact Four Oaks today!

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1-844-380-2485

familyconnections-dmsa@fouroaks.org

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WIC

WIC  is a supplemental nutrition program that helps foster families by providing healthy foods, nutrition education, and referrals to other health care agencies.   

 

515-281-6650

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STAR Center

The STAR Center is a unique community center designed to be child and adolescent friendly and trauma sensitive.  

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1-515-241-4311

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Other Helpful Websites

  • DHS Childcare Portal: Search for DHS approved childcare providers

  • Families Helping Families: A nonprofit that provides a variety of services to kids in foster care.

  • Bring Love: A nonprofit in Winterset that has a foster care clothing closet

  • RetireGuide: A resource for grandparents raising their grandchildren through a kinship placement.

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