# Foster Care Help Resources - North Carolina ## National Resources - **National Foster Care & Adoption Directory (Child Welfare Information Gateway):** - **Phone:** 1-800-394-3366 - **Website:** [https://www.childwelfare.gov/nfcad](https://www.childwelfare.gov/nfcad) - **Services Provided:** Comprehensive directory of foster care and adoption resources nationwide. - **AdoptUSKids:** - **Phone:** 1-888-200-4005 - **Website:** [https://www.adoptuskids.org](https://www.adoptuskids.org/) - **Description:** Support for foster and adoptive families, including tools for navigating the system. - **National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP):** - **Phone:** 1-877-NYAP-CAN (692-7226) - **Website:** [https://www.nyap.org](https://www.nyap.org/) - **Services Provided:** Services for youth in foster care, including placement and family support. ## Statewide Foster Care Services - **North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) - Division of Social Services:** - **Phone:** 1-800-662-7030 - **Website:** [https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/social-services](https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/social-services) - **Services Provided:** Licensing for foster parents, placement services, financial assistance, and training resources for foster families. - **North Carolina Foster and Adoptive Parent Association (NCFAPA):** - **Phone:** 1-877-625-4371 - **Website:** [https://ncfapa.org](https://ncfapa.org/) - **Services Provided:** Advocacy, support groups, and training opportunities for foster and adoptive parents. ## Regional Foster Care Services ### Charlotte - **Children’s Home Society of North Carolina - Charlotte Office:** - **Phone:** 1-800-632-1400 - **Website:** [https://www.chsnc.org](https://www.chsnc.org/) - **Office Location:** 4021 Rose Lake Dr, Charlotte, NC 28217 - **Specialized Services:** Foster care placements, adoption services, and family education programs. ### Raleigh/Durham - **Wake County Human Services - Foster Care Division:** - **Phone:** 1-919-212-7000 - **Website:** [https://www.wakegov.com/departments-government/human-services](https://www.wakegov.com/departments-government/human-services) - **Office Location:** 220 Swinburne St, Raleigh, NC 27610 - **Specialized Services:** Foster care placement, case management, and support for youth aging out of foster care. ### Asheville - **Buncombe County Health and Human Services - Foster Care Program:** - **Phone:** 1-828-250-5500 - **Website:** [https://www.buncombecounty.org/governing/depts/hhs/](https://www.buncombecounty.org/governing/depts/hhs/) - **Office Location:** 200 College St, Asheville, NC 28801 - **Specialized Services:** Respite care, mentoring programs, and support for families fostering children with special needs. ## Reporting and Emergency Support - **Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline:** - **Phone:** 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) - **Website:** [https://www.childhelp.org](https://www.childhelp.org/) - **When to Call:** To report abuse or neglect of children in foster care. ## Online Resources - **North Carolina Kids Adoption and Foster Care Network:** - **Website:** [https://www.ncdhhs.gov/nc-kids](https://www.ncdhhs.gov/nc-kids) - **Features:** Resources for foster care and adoption, including support for prospective foster parents. - **Foster Care Alumni of America (FCAA):** - **Website:** [https://www.fostercarealumni.org](https://www.fostercarealumni.org/) - **Features:** Virtual support groups, advocacy resources, and community-building initiatives. ## Educational Resources - **Foster Parent College (FPC):** - **Website:** [https://www.fosterparentcollege.com](https://www.fosterparentcollege.com/) - **Description:** Online training courses and certification programs for foster and adoptive parents. - **North Carolina Guardian ad Litem Program:** - **Website:** [https://www.nccourts.gov/programs/guardian-ad-litem](https://www.nccourts.gov/programs/guardian-ad-litem) - **Description:** Resources for individuals interested in becoming advocates for foster children in court proceedings. ## Additional Support - **NC Reach - Support for Foster Youth in College:** - **Phone:** 1-800-585-6112 - **Website:** [https://www.ncreach.org](https://www.ncreach.org/) - **Services Provided:** Scholarships, mentoring, and support for youth aging out of the foster care system who pursue higher education. - **SaySo (Strong Able Youth Speaking Out):** - **Phone:** 1-800-820-0001 - **Website:** [https://www.saysoinc.org](https://www.saysoinc.org/) - **Services Provided:** Peer-led advocacy, leadership opportunities, and support for current and former foster youth. --- _Updated as of December 29, 2024. For corrections or additional information, please contact the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services._