YMCA Foster Care Program

The Y Social Impact Center's Arcadia Drop-In & Youth Shelter are up to great things in Auburn!

Join the Y Social Impact for a Free Community Resource Fair at our U District, University Family YMCA on June 21st!

Our Foster Parenting Coach, Jessica Kessler, is registering to attend. If you're a caregiver or interested in becoming a foster parent, register today!

Registration is now open for the Parent Retreat Conference: "Parenting on Purpose" with Family Success Northwest! Join CaRES at this fun and educational event held 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1 in the Asia Pacific Cultural Center, 4851 S Tacoma Way, Tacoma.

Find all registration and conference information at https://familysuccessnw.org/parent-retreat-conference

Learn. Connect. Recharge. Gain practical parenting strategies, meet other parents and community members, and leave with tools and support that last long after the retreat. This conference is open to all parents, caregivers, and community members who work with children impacted by trauma. Free lunch will be provided.

https://www.seattleymca.org/social-impact-center/get-involved/foster-parenting

Are you looking for some fun activities for foster families? Check out a few places that offer discounts to foster families. Check each website to confirm the discount and if proof or identification is needed.

Register on Eventbrite at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1990656712815?aff=oddtdtcreator

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