After finishing the process of becoming a licensed foster parent, preparing to welcome that first child can be exciting and nerve-wracking. Trent and Mindy Willhite already had four biological children […]

“Grace”, a young girl facing a rare medical diagnosis found stability through kinship care thanks to the thoughtful advocacy and above-and-beyond dedication of a KVC case manager. This story shows the powerful impact social worker’s compassion and persistence can have on families in need.

Welcoming foster children into your home can be meaningful and beneficial for everyone involved. But it also requires sensitivity and open communication for every family member. Learn how you can foster alongside your children and ensure everyone’s needs are met.

With an expansion of services across Northwest Missouri, KVC Missouri will manage 500 foster homes. President Lindsey Stephenson emphasizes our dedication to child welfare and highlights the vital role of caregivers in nurturing and transforming children’s lives.

If you’re considering becoming a foster parent, KVC Missouri is here to support you! While foster parenting may have its challenges, it can also be a profoundly meaningful and joyful experience.

Being placed in foster care is difficult for both the child and the family, but compassionate foster parents can make a lasting impact on the child’s wellbeing and support the reunification of the biological family.

Cultivating cultural awareness within foster care can help children and teens build stronger connections and feel a sense of belonging.

Learn how to prepare for a child’s foster placement into your home to provide a nurturing environment that encourages hope.

Learn how KVC Missouri social workers continue to break barriers and strengthen youth, families and communities.

Reunification can occur when foster families and birth families work together to strengthen relationships with good communication.