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"Because Angels of Grace is a blessing, become a foster parent...become an Angel!"
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HAPPY VALENTINES DAY FROM FROM LISA CASAREZ, MSW
AND THE ANGELS OF GRACE FOSTER FAMILY AGENCY STAFF!
GOD IS LOVE...SHOW GODS LOVE THROUGH ACTION THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!
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| What is Foster Care? |
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As a foster family agency, our goal is to provide a loving, nurturing, and stable homes to foster children that have been removed for abuse and neglect.
Every child deserves the opportunity to experience the ability to be a part of a healthy home they are encourage to grow, thrive, and be all that God intended them to be.
Angels of Grace Foster Family Agency has found many loving children in which many of them have been adopted.
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| Steps to Become a Foster Parent |
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| Would You Like to Become a Foster Parent? |
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Angels of Grace Foster Family Agency would like to invite you to become a foster parent. If interested, please see the requirements below:
- You must be at least 21 – no upper age limit.
- You can be single or married.
- You need a safe, child friendly apartment, mobile home, town home, condominium, etc.
- No more than two children (including your own) can share a bedroom, and children cannot share a room with an adult.
- Everyone living in the home MUST be fingerprinted and complete a background check.
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If you are interested in becoming a foster parent, please contact an Angels of Grace Foster Family Agency Representative at (559) 268-0000 to request a pre-orientation packet from our Intake Specialist.
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2211 N. Fine Avenue
Fresno, CA 93727
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» To print a copy of our brochure, please click here
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Highlights
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Artwork of Kathy McIntyre
Angels of Grace Foster Family Agency gives a special tribute to Kathy for her outstanding artwork through our transition home and office location. Please see these images below:
Grant Award Notice - New Services Available
Fresno/Madera Continuum of Care Award Notice 2007:
Angels of Grace Foster Family Agency was awarded the Fresno/Madera Continuum of Care 2007 grant. The name of this program is called the "Angels of Grace Safe Haven Transitional Home (AOGSH/TH)." The targert population is to serve emancipated females between the ages of 18-24 with or without children. This is a 24-Month (voluntary) program. Please call AOGSH/TH for further information at (559) 268-0000 or email us at aogshinformation@gmail.com.
AOGSH/TH offers the following services to the public:
- Case Management Services,
- Counseling Services (if necessary),
- Intensive Independent Living training,
- Various Workshops,
- And more...
For more information on the Angels of Grace Safe Haven Transition Home, please do one of the following:
- Look on our website on the "Angels of Grace Safe Haven" tab for further information, brochure, and application of services.
- Call an AOGSH/TH representative at (559) 268-0000. You may also request to be put on our mailing list or make an appointment.
- Email us at aogshinformation@gmail.com.
- Stop by in person at: Angels of Grace Foster Family Agency, 2211 N. Fine Avenue, Fresno, CA 93727 between Clinton Way and McKinley Avenue.
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Homeless Prevention Rapid Re-Housing Award Notice 2009:
Angels of Grace Homeless Prevention Program..."Helping to Make the Community Your Home, One Step at a Time."
Angels of Grace Foster Family Agency was recently awarded the "Homeless Prevention Rapid Re-Housing Program (HPRP) 2009 grant to expand current services in serving the homeless. The name of the program is called the "Angels of Grace Homeless Prevention Program (AOG HPP)." The target population is to serve emancipated females or other young women between the ages of 18-24 who have aged out of the foster care system with or without children. We will work in conjunction with the County and City of Fresno. We will work in conjunction with the County and City of Fresno. This is a 18-month (voluntary) program. Please call AOG HPP for further information at (559) 268-0000 or email us at hprpinformation@gmail.com. Our mission for the AOG HPP is to provide safe and secure housing for individuals and families who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless. The ultimate goals is to do all necessary to prevent individuals and families from experiencing homelessness and quickly re-house and stabalize these individuals and families.
AOG HPP offers the following services to the public:
- Case Management/Wrap Around Services,
- Credit Repair/Other Financial Assistance Services,
- Medium-Term Rental Assistance (4-18 Months),
- Other Agency Referrals, if necessary,
- Security Deposit Assistance,
- Short-Term Rental Assistance (0-3 Months),
- Utility Deposit Assistance, and
- Utility Payment Assistance.
For more information on the Angels of Grace Homeless Prevention Program, please do one of the following:
- Look on our website on the "AOG HPP" tab for further information, brochure, and application of services.
- Call an AOG HPP representative at (559) 268-0000. You may also request to be put on our mailing list or make an appointment.
- Email us at hprpinformation@gmail.com.
- Stop by in person at: Angels of Grace Foster Family Agency, 2211 N. Fine Avenue, Fresno, CA 93727 between Clinton Way and McKinley Avenue.
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Where Are We?
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Angels of Grace
Foster Family Agency
Lisa Casarez, MSW
Executive Director/CEO
2211 N. Fine Avenue
Fresno, California, 93727, USA
Office: (559) 268-0000
Fax: (559) 268-7728
(Between Clinton Way & McKinley Avenue)
Websites:
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Our Mission Statement
As a team, we will create an environment of growth and stability that will enhance the lives of the children we serve. We love, nurture, and protect the mind, body, and spirit of the children while respecting their culture. Our goal will be achieved by putting the best interest of the child first.
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