Foster care and adoption - Buckner provides the training and resources needed to become a family to a child for a season through foster care or a forever family through domestic foster care or adoption. Children in these programs are most often referred through the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services due to experiencing abuse, neglect or abandonment. Call 409-866-0976 for more infor
mation about how you can change a child's life. Foster Youth Aging Out Services - Our support programs are provided for current and former youth in state foster care. The goal of the aging out program is to provide training, support and guidance to youth graduating from foster care that will enhance their ability to transition into independent living. The program helps clients find jobs, financial assistance, case management, counseling and mentors. Healthy Outcomes through Prevention and Early Support (HOPES) - Many of the most formative moments in a child's life happen in their first five years. That's why Buckner provides crucial parent educators for vulnerable families through Buckner HOPES. Through one-on-one sessions, parents learn best practices for raising children, setting the stage for young people to reach their God-given potential. For more information, call 409-200-2739. The Buckner Family and Youth Success (FAYS) program in Beaumont, formerly known as STAR, serves families with children age 6 to 17 living in these counties: Jefferson, Orange and Hardin. The Buckner FAYS program is funded through the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS). Learn more about this free service or call 409-861-0582. Fatherhood EFFECT - Buckner offers the Fatherhood EFFECT program in Jefferson County. Fatherhood EFFECT is a program that empowers and educates dads so they intentionally engage in their children’s lives and help strengthen their families. Fatherhood EFFECT supports the belief that fathers play a critical role in the development, growth and self-confidence in their children. Buckner offers a blend of 24/7 Dad® and Parents as Teachers® curriculum for fathers (biological, stepparent, adoptive, grandparent, guardian) of a child 17 or younger. Call 409-200-2739 to learn more. Visit https://buckner.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/Beaumont
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