Discover the Transformative Journey of Foster Parenting

Foster parenting is an extraordinary commitment, an opportunity to be part of something larger than yourself. Your love and dedication can make all the difference in a child’s life. Are you ready to take this meaningful step? Is Foster Parenting Right for You? If you’re considering this path, here’s why it could be the right […]

Ways to Support Foster Children During the Holiday Season

The holiday season is here and families across America are getting ready for the festive season. But for children in foster care, the holiday season can be a significant source of stress. Here are some ways to help support foster children during the holidays. Top Tips for Adults Caring for Foster Children During the Holidays […]

Welcome to Clarvida! Change a Child’s Life Through Foster Care

Thank you for your interest in becoming a foster parent with Clarvida. We’re thrilled to have you on this journey to make a lasting impact in a child’s life. To get you started, we invite you to watch this video for a glimpse into the rewarding experience of foster parenting. Clarvida has been dedicated to […]

How To Help Your Foster Child Thrive At School

You have all the traits of a good foster parent. And while there are challenges at times, your foster child is thriving with your support. With that said, school is back in session, and you would love to see him or her thrive in that environment, as well. Here are a few tips to help set […]

How To Make Halloween Less Overwhelming For Foster Kids

For many children, Halloween is an exciting time of year — a time for fall festivals, dressing up in fun costumes, and trick-or-treating. But sometimes, and for some kids, Halloween can be overwhelming (if not downright scary). This is especially true for youth in foster care. According to Child Advocates, “the same chemicals in the body […]

Tricks, Treats, and a Happy Halloween for Foster Kids

Halloween is lurking just around the corner, and Clarvida has some tricks and treats for you! No, we’re not talking about lollipops, taffy, and chocolate bars. You’ll get plenty of that stuff on the 31st. Instead, we’re offering up some helpful tips (treats) and advice (tricks) to make the holiday a little sweeter for the […]

5 Tips for Successfully Fostering Teenagers

Choosing to foster a teenager is a wonderful decision for any family to make. While there are many rewards to fostering a teenager in your home, you may feel nervous about the unique challenges that could arise. Here are a few tips to successfully foster a teenager within your home, and to help your family with the […]

3 Reasons To Fall In Love With Fostering

Many foster parents will tell you how grateful they are to be able to alter the course of a child’s life in such a significant way. Autumn is a season for change, and if you have ever wondered if you should become a foster parent, there is no better time to take that first step. […]

Become a Foster Parent and Help a Child to Start Believing in Life Again

“Family isn’t defined by last names or by blood; it is defined by commitment and by love,” said Dave Willis, the famous American producer, writer, voice actor, and musician. There cannot be a more promising ray of hope than these words for hundreds of thousands of children and teenagers who have either lost their parents […]

What to Expect When You Become a Foster Parent

Becoming a foster parent is probably one of the most challenging and crucial decisions you will ever make. Statistically, about 117,470 children are waiting to get adopted in the United States. What is the best place for these kids to wait until they find their forever homes? A loving foster home. Unfortunately, statistics suggest that the availability […]