One of the biggest ways to invest in and support foster & adoptive families in their journey is by hosting a RESPITE NIGHT at your local church, business, or organization. A few hours of free time for a parent can provide much needed reprieve to a foster family.

Respite nights are beneficial for foster and adoptive parents, children, and your church or organization.

• It lets parents know that they are not alone and that the community cares. It also gives them a few hours to step away from the situation, take care of some things they’ve been putting off, invest in their marriage, or just do something fun that gives them life.

• It communicates and shows children that there is a whole community of people who love them and want to invest in their lives.

• Allows volunteers begin to build relationships with amazing children and parents, see the smiles, & hear their stories. This creates an opportunity for volunteers to connect with the heart of God by showing the love of Christ to God’s children.

If you decide to host a respite night, want additional resources, or want to connect with others for ideas, please let us know so we can support you and answer any questions you may have.

If you need help advertising your Respite Night to local foster families, contact us and we can assist you with getting the word out.