Become a Foster Parent

All children deserve and benefit from the love of a family.

Foster parenting is a significant and rewarding opportunity that helps shape brighter futures. Youth in foster care often have a special emotional, educational and health needs related to their experiences of abuse and neglect.

Elk County Children and Youth Services are always looking for new families to open their homes to these deserving children.

If you are interested in becoming a Foster Parent, please contact the Agency at:

Clarissa Herzing

Foster Care/Adoption coordinator
(814) 776-1553

Foster Contact:

Clarissa Herzing

Foster Care /
Adoption Coordinator

(814) 776-1553

Elk County
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