Massachusetts Mentor

Become a Foster Parent

We recognize that every family is different, with their own hopes and strengths that can help them live well. We get to know each child so we can understand their needs, goals and hopes for the future. Services are tailored to each child’s needs so we can help them heal and grow.

Services include:

  • Therapeutic Foster Care
  • Safe and Stable Program with Motivational Interviewing
  • Preparation Program
  • Youth Support – Transitioned Aged Youth Program
  • Caregiver Respite
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Therapeutic Foster Care

In our Therapeutic Foster Care program, children and youth with emotional or behavioral challenges, disabilities, and other needs live with dedicated foster parents who help them heal and grow. With the support of their foster parent and our caring team, children work toward their goals, such as reuniting with family, adoption, or independent living. Supports include:

  • Weekly home visits
  • Case management
  • Referrals to community resources
  • Support to help the child succeed in school
  • Skill development to help foster parents learn about loss, grief, shared parenting, and other topics

Becoming a Mentor Foster Parent

All children deserve to lead full, joyful lives and to have caring people supporting them as they grow. Massachusetts Mentor gives children more than just a safe home. We help children who have had a difficult start in life overcome the challenges they face.

Our foster parents, who we call Mentors, come from all walks of life and backgrounds, but they have one thing in common. They’re caring people who want to help children live their best life.

Basic Requirements Include:

  • Must be 21 years of age or older
  • Must have an extra bedroom (room share is allowed when appropriate)
  • Must complete a background check

Foster parents are independent contractors and not employees of Massachusetts Mentor or Sevita.

Become a foster parent

We’re looking for caring people who want to help a child live well. If you’re ready to learn more about how to become a foster parent, contact us and a member of our team will reach out.

These kids need love and need someone to listen to them. I never turn a kid down. Headshot of Ann, a foster parent with Sevita. Ann Mentor Foster Parent Read Ann's Story

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Want to become a part of Massachusetts Mentor’s mission as a foster parent or employee?

  • Become a foster parent

    Our foster parents are special people who open their homes and lives to the children they support. You can help a child reach their full potential and live a full, healthy life.

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  • Careers at Massachusetts Mentor

    Whether you’re looking for part-time work or a career, at Massachusetts Mentor you’ll have the chance to make an impact on the individuals we serve and the people you work alongside.

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Become a foster parent

Fill out our form below to find out if being a foster parent is right for you. A member of our team will follow up to answer your questions and walk you through the steps.

From time to time, we may send information regarding our organization and opportunities to become a foster parent. We will not sell or share your information and will use it only to communicate with you about becoming a foster parent.

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