Wheeler is offering an inspiring virtual Foster Parent Training from September 8 through October 2, 2025, to prepare prospective foster parents and families for the role of fostering a child or youth in Waterbury and surrounding towns. The training is delivered via Zoom by Wheeler’s dedicated, caring team of specialists, social workers, and clinicians who work closely with foster families from the start and continue as supportive teammates throughout the fostering process.
Pre-registration is required by September 5.
Call 860.793.7277, or email
Fostercareprograms@wheelerclinic.org.
We Value Our Foster Parents
Caring Support for Families in Our Care
We provide training, 24/7 support, stipends, and more.
Foster Care Training for Prospective Foster Parents
Support for Foster Families Every Step of the Way
Foster families in Waterbury and surrounding towns are supported at many levels.
- Foster families receive an enhanced monthly stipend for care and board.
- A team is assigned to each youth to help the family meet the unique needs of that youth.
- Families have access to on-call support services 24 hours a day as well as ongoing support groups and trainings.
Ready to change a child’s life?
You can make a difference in the life of a child or youth in your community. Open your home. Open your heart. Make a meaningful change today.
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