Elyria Foster Care Services by Ohio MENTOR

Ohio MENTOR’s Elyria program provides foster care services to help children with a wide range of needs. We are here to support children in overcoming challenges such as trauma and behavioral health needs. We are also able to support children with autism and other needs.

Youth in our foster care programs live with foster parents who support them through a challenging time in their lives. Our team of clinical coordinators, master’s level therapists, and other caring staff creates a unique care plan for each child to help them heal and grow. Whatever challenge a child faces, we’re here to support them each step of the way.

Contact our team today to find out how we can support a child in your community or how you can change a life by becoming a foster parent. 

Become a Foster Parent in Elyria and Surrounding Areas

Our therapeutic foster care program supports children in the Elyria, Ohio area including the following counties and surrounding areas:

• • Lorain
• • Lucas
• • Sandusky
• • Erie
• • Huron
• • Ottawa
• • Wood
• • Lucas

Elyria Foster Care Services: Helping Children Overcome Trauma

Our programs help children overcome challenges such as trauma so they can live the joyful lives they deserve. Our team of clinical coordinators, case managers, master’s level therapists, and other caring staff are experts at helping children with trauma develop the healing relationships and life skills they need to thrive. Services are tailored to each child’s needs and may include:

• • Case management
• • Individual and family therapy
• • Trauma-focused counseling services
• • Life skill building
• • School supports
• • Supports for children with autism
• • Fun family and community activities

A History of Helping Children in Foster Care Grow and Thrive

Ohio MENTOR has provided foster care services since 1983. Over the years, we have expanded to serve children in communities across the state. Our teams are made up of caring people who have dedicated their careers to helping children heal and thrive, including Licensed Social Workers, Clinical Counselors, and more.

You Can Change a Life as a Foster Parent in the Elyria Area

With more than 400,000 kids in foster care in our country, loving foster parents are always needed. The need is also great in Elyria and surrounding areas. Children in our program become part of their foster parent’s family. Foster parents provide safe and stable homes where children can overcome trauma, behavioral challenges and a wide range of other needs. Learn how to become a foster parent.

Meet One of Our Foster Parents

“What really keeps me going is my empathy,” says Sheena, a foster parent who has welcomed children with autism into her home. “If you have the heart for it, do it. Everything else will fall into place, but if your heart is genuinely in the right place to support kids with autism the resources are there. Just start with your heart and mind in the right place and be open to learning.”

Read Sheena’s Story

Resources for Becoming a Foster Parent

There's lots of information about becoming a foster a parent on our blog. Learn about how to get started in the process, foster parent responsibilities, requirements, and more.

• • How to Become a Foster Parent in Ohio
• • Is Foster Parenting Right for You?
• • Home Requirements for Becoming a Foster Parent

Directions & Location Information for our Elyria Foster Care Office

Our location is near the Midway mall and is wheelchair accessible.  

 
Any Questions about Foster Care in the Elyria Area?

Contact us if you have questions about becoming a foster parent in Elyria and surrounding areas, or our support services. Ohio MENTOR serves kids and families across the state in Akron, Columbus, Dayton, and other communities. Contact us today to learn more.