Savio is a private licensed foster care agency or “child placement agency.” Foster care agencies are licensed by the state to facilitate foster or group care for children in the child welfare system. You can join us in helping close this gap while changing the life of a child and the trajectory of a family for generations to come by becoming a foster parent in Colorado.
Savio is proud to license families in all different forms and sizes, including people from every race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, and marital status. While you can discover more about the needs and commitments to become a foster parent below, the most important is an open heart for these children.
Foster Parent Qualifications
Frequently Asked Questions About Fostering
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While our primary goal is family reunification, adoption may become an option if a child cannot safely return home. In these cases, Savio encourages foster parents to consider adoption and will partner with an external agency to facilitate the legal process while continuing to support you and the child every step of the way. Learn more here.
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Traditional Foster Care is approximately 3-9 months
Therapeutic Foster Care is approximately 6 months-1 year
Treatment Foster Care is approximately 6-9 months
Visit this page to learn more about our foster care programs
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Yes — Foster families are paid a stipend for each child in their care. The amount depends on the child’s needs. You can learn more about how much foster gets paid here.
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Foster parents must be at least 21 years old.
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Foster parents receive a monthly payment to help cover the cost of caring for a child. To ensure a stable home environment, foster parents must be able to pay for their own living expenses independently. This monthly support is specifically intended to help meet the child’s needs.
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No — Single individuals can become foster parents. Some of our strongest foster parents are not married!
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Yes — You must be able to pass child abuse and criminal background check, as required by state and federal laws. However, not all past arrests exclude you from becoming a foster parent. Please contact if us if you have questions about your situation.
You can read more about the background check process and what happens after you apply to become a foster parent. -
Parenting is demanding, and everyone needs a break sometimes. Respite care provides short-term, temporary support for foster parents during emergencies, medical issues, or simply to recharge.
Savio coordinates these placements to ensure every child remains in a safe, supportive environment.
We are happy to connect with you and discuss how you can play this critical role! Contact Rebecca at rcarpenter@saviohouse.org to learn more.
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We often hear people wonder...A successful foster family provides a temporary, safe, stable, and loving home for children who need to heal from past experiences and trauma.
By fostering, you will change the life of a child in need of healing while gaining a life-changing experience of your own.
Will I be a good foster mother or foster father?
Is fostering right for my family?
You may be questioning how fostering will impact your children and family. Fortunately, adults who grew up with foster siblings almost always view it as a positive and formative experience.
You might also be interested in how much foster parents are paid and other financial assistance. There are many state benefits that cover healthcare, assist with educational expenses, and provide additional support to ensure the child’s needs are met.
“Although it may not be an easy journey, it will be an incredibly fulfilling one. Don’t hesitate to give it a try. If it doesn’t work out you can always stop.
But imagine the positive impact you could have on a child’s life if you do decide to take this step. The rewards are immeasurable, and by becoming a foster parent, you can shape a child’s future for the better.”
-The Prietos, a Savio Foster Family
“We continue [to foster] so we may be a small part of the future for these kids and to help families heal and grow for the better. ”
-Lizzy and Bobby, Savio Foster Parents
Would you like to speak to an existing foster family?
We would be happy to connect you to a Savio foster family if you’d like to know more about what this experience is like!
