Lutheran Family Services: Programs

When you contact us, we will invite you to attend an informational meeting or arrange to have you meet with one of our staff. Reading material will be provided to you to help you explore foster parenting and decide if you want to take the next step.

The initial application includes background and reference checks. After your application is received, training begins. Prior to your certification as a foster parent, you must complete 30 hours of pre-service training and CPR/First Aid training. A safety inspection of your home is also conducted. During this time, a home study begins, which involves detailed questionnaires along with a series of interviews with an agency staff member. The person who is assigned to do the home study will compile all the information gathered and produce a written report. This home study report is reviewed by LFS staff and approved, disapproved, or more information is requested. You will have an opportunity to review the home study for accuracy.

The entire certification process usually takes at least three months, depending upon how quickly an application and other information are received. However, we encourage you to take your time in determining if foster care is right for you. Be assured that there are children waiting!

If you would like to explore the possibility of becoming a foster parent, please contact the nearest LFS office or fill out the form below, and we will contact you.

Frequently Asked Questions - PDF

For additional information about our services, please call or e-mail us at:
Denver Office: 303-922-3433
fostercentral@lfsco.org
Southern Colorado Office (Colorado Springs): 719-227-7571
fostersouth@lfsco.org

Foster Care Orientation Meetings in Colorado Springs.

Every first Tuesday from 5:30-8:30pm
Every third Thursday from 3:00-6:00pm

All sessions are held at 108 E. St. Vrain #21, Colorado Springs, CO
Telephone 719-227-7571 to RSVP.

Northern Colorado Office (Fort Collins): 970-266-1788
fosternorth@lfsco.org

Foster Parent Information Meeting in Fort Collins
November 3rd, 6-7pm
2032 Lowe St., Ste 200
Call 970.266.1788 to register

Foster Care Inquiry Form

First Name:
Last Name:
Address 1:
Address 2:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
Phone:
Email Address:
Are you currently certified as a foster parent?	Yes No
If you have questions about becoming a foster parent, please let us know:
Which area of Colorado applies to you?

If you encounter difficulties using this form, email us at info@lfsco.org.