Governor Noem Names May Foster Parent Appreciation Month

Governor Kristi Noem has named May as Foster Parent Appreciation Month to recognize families that have stepped forward to help provide care, stability, and permanency for South Dakota children.

Department of Social Services Cabinet Secretary Matt Althof says foster families have chosen an essential and truly noble role for our communities. 

South Dakota’s “Stronger Families Together” initiative surpassed the first-year goal of licensing 300 new foster families in South Dakota.  During its second year, this initiative is continuing to recruit, inform, and train new foster families who are generously willing to offer this important service to children in need.  The enrollment process for foster families ensures that prospective families are fully capable of providing safe, stable, and permanent homes.

To learn more about becoming a foster parent or to find out how you can help foster families, visit .StrongerFamiliesTogether.com