Open Your Heart Through ConnectCare
Serve Children
Be the Haven
Restore Families
Every Child Deserves Love and Stability
Christian Family Services has been driven by a calling to serve children and families in crisis through short-term care offered by the ConnectCare program. This commitment is grounded in 1 Peter 4:10, which reminds us, “God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.”
Answer the call to serve.
Why Foster with ConnectCare?
You can deliver short-term care (2 weeks to 1 month) for children ages 0-5 while their families confront temporary challenges. These children find safety and love in your home as their parents overcome crises like health issues or housing instability, working toward reunification.
ConnectCare foster parents exemplify:
- Missouri licensure and readiness to provide temporary care.
- A commitment to offering love and stability, creating a safe environment for children.
- Passion for assisting families on their journey to restoration.
Every step of the way, Christian Family Services ensures you have the tools, training, and support you need to succeed.
Get Started Today
1. Complete Form
Express your interest in making a difference.
2. Meet Your Support Team
Begin the licensing process with our social workers.
3. Prepare
Complete training that equips you to provide exceptional care.
4. Take Action
Open your home to children and play a key role in rebuilding families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Christian Family Services?
We provide licensed foster families with resources you’ll need for the children in your temporary care.
As a foster parent, you’ll provide at-risk children with a place to call home, food, clothing, medical care, and nurturing support, and positive discipline. The process is not always easy, but our foster care team will walk with you through every step.
What are the requirements to be a foster parent?
- Be at least 21 years of age
- Home Study and interviews
- Complete a child abuse/neglect check and criminal record check including fingerprints
- Be in good health, both physically and mentally
- Have a stable home
- Be willing to participate and complete a free training and assessment process
- Be part of a professional team willing to voice perspectives and concerns
- Be willing to partner with the child’s family
- Be willing to sign the CFS Affirmation of Faith
How do I get started and what is the licensing process?
Apply today and our intake coordinator will contact you within one business day. The licensing process takes approximately 3-6 months, licensed through the state of Missouri Children’s Division.
If I am already licensed, what is my next step?
If you already have a foster care license with the State of Missouri, CFS can borrow your home to work with a family seeking services offered by CFS. We will need a signed Affirmation of Faith and contact with your current licensing worker.
Are there daycare rates and/or payments involved?
Board Rate: $20 per day per child (while in care)
Daycare Rate: $30 per day per child (Monday – Friday only)
What is respite care?
With respite care, part-time foster families can step in for a few days and care for a child.
Be the Haven
Your choice to foster extends love and stability into the lives of children and families who need it most. Together, we change lives with open hands and hearts.