Fostering is one of the most important things a person can do
The certification process in Arkansas involves home studies, background checks, training hours, and more. Most families feel lost before they even begin. New Start exists to change that, with guidance, resources, and a community of families who have already been where you are.
"From your first question to your first placement, we will be with you every step of the way. You will not walk into this alone."
And when a child does arrive, often with very little notice and even fewer belongings, our welcome kits make sure no child feels invisible on their first day in a new home.
- ✓ Guidance through the Arkansas certification process
- ✓ Welcome kits for your first placement and every one after
- ✓ Ongoing material support including clothing, supplies, and household items
- ✓ Safe Haven visitation space for court-ordered visits
- ✓ Connection to other foster families in the River Valley
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"I did not think I had what it takes. New Start showed me that what I had was exactly enough."
The road from interest to first placement
The certification process is real work. And it is worth it. Here is how New Start walks with you through every stage.
Reach Out
Contact us. No commitment required. Ask every question you have. There are no wrong ones and no judgment here.
Get Oriented
We connect you with certification resources, local DHS contacts, and families who have already been through it.
Get Certified
We support you through home studies, training hours, background checks, and every step of the Arkansas process.
Welcome a Child
Your first placement arrives. A New Start welcome kit is ready. We are still here, as long as you need us.
The River Valley needs more foster families.
Children in Crawford County are waiting for families exactly like yours. The first step is just saying hello.
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