Reflecting on National Foster Care Month: A Call to Action

As May comes to a close, our team at Intercept Health takes a moment to reflect on our initiatives that champion Foster Care Awareness throughout this past month.

Celebrating National Foster Care Month

National Foster Care Month was first recognized in 1988. Its purpose is to honor Foster Parents and raise awareness about the continual need for loving foster homes across the U.S.

As of 2023, over 5,000 children are in Virginia’s Foster Care system, but there are fewer than 3,000 viable Foster Homes.

The need for loving Foster Families has never been greater.

This is why our awareness initiatives are essential. Last month, Governor Glenn Youngkin launched “Safe Kids, Strong Families." He also issued a Certificate of Recognition declaring May as Foster Care Awareness Month in Virginia.

Our Impactful Events

The first two weekends in May were selected for our inaugural Foster Care Aware events. Treatment Foster Care is a cornerstone of Intercept Health’s mission. We believe in helping individuals and families grow to live their healthiest lives. Meeting them where they are is paramount.

Through Intercept Health Treatment Foster Care, we do more than just match potential Foster Parents with Foster Children. We also offer training for Foster Parents to ensure they can provide a high level of support and care.

The Foster Care Aware events connected our communities in Richmond and Roanoke. They were a fun way for participants to learn more about our mission and its importance.

Community Engagement

It was rewarding to witness the joy at these events. Families attended, from those who had never heard of us to supportive Foster Families we've worked with for years. Both occasions showcased community engagement, support, and joy.

To everyone who attended one (or both!) Foster Care Aware events: Thank you! Your support and engagement are invaluable to our cause.

How You Can Get Involved

Are you interested in becoming a foster parent or know someone who might be? Join us for any of our upcoming outreach and community events.

Our Foster Care Liaisons are active weekly across Virginia, engaging with communities at free events. This is the perfect opportunity for you to learn more about fostering.

The Importance of Awareness

The need to learn more about fostering has become increasingly critical. If you're interested in Intercept Health Treatment Foster Care or want to apply to become a Foster Parent, please visit our TFC website here.

To stay updated on future TFC outreach events near you, follow us on Facebook or Instagram.

Gratitude to Our Partners

A heartfelt thank you goes out to our incredible Foster Friendly Business Partners. We appreciate your support in increasing awareness about Treatment Foster Care within the communities you serve.

Foster Care Aware 2025