Family Resources

Resource Guide 

Local Resources for Foster Families

With Love is a nonprofit dedicated to meeting the tangible needs of foster families with children ages 0-6. Our small staff is supported by a passionate team of volunteers, enabling us to serve the community effectively. While we strive to provide essentials as swiftly as possible, we also encourage you to explore our Family Resource Guide below for additional local tangible support available to foster families. 

With Love does not manage the other websites on our resource list. If you click on a link and it is broken, please let us know. Our goal is to keep the list as up to date as possible.

Oregon-based ResourcesDescriptionLink
Share the LoveFamily Resource GuideLearn More
KEEPSupport and skill enhancement program for foster and kinship parents of children and teens.Learn More
ODHSCaregiver training, support and guidance resourcesLearn More
211 Info Resource Parent SupportOffers 24/7 support and resource referrals for foster parentsLearn More
Oregon Foster Parent Association (OFPA)Statewide association dedicated to improving Oregon’s foster care systemLearn More
Central Oregon Foster Parent AssociationAssociation dedicated to improving the quality of foster care in Central OregonLearn More
Oregon Kinship NavigatorStatewide resource for family members caring for child relativesLearn More
Every Step Through Health ShareCommunity of clinics supporting the heatlh of foster childrenLearn More
Salem AngelsCare boxes, home support, mentorship, and moreLearn More
Kindred MattersRetreats and campsLearn More
Big Brothers Big Sisters Columbia NorthwestLocal mentorship program serving children 6-18Learn More.
PDX ParentProvides kids calendar with many kid and family-friendly eventsLearn More
Faithful FriendsA mentoring program that matches community-based volunteers with children ages 6-9 for mentoring relationships.Learn More
Reach Out OregonA team of families and friends connecting and collaborating to build a supportive network when raising children with complex needs.Learn More
Community Action Child Care Resource & ReferralProvides training, advocacy, consultation, and resources for childcare providersLearn More
   
National ResourcesDescriptionLink
AdoptUSkidsSupporting foster parents, children, and those undergoing the reunification processLearn More
Child Welfare Information GatewaySupporting foster parents, working with birth families, and adoptionLearn More
Sesame WorkshopSesame Street Characters addressing foster careLearn More
National Foster Parent Association (NFPA)Networking, education, and advocacy based association for foster parentsLearn More
Resource Description Link
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network About Childhood Trauma, types of trauma, treatments, & trainings Learn More
Sesame Workshop Target Audience: Children. Sesame Street characters addressing trauma Learn More
North American Council on Adoptable Children Childhood trauma articles, webinars, and trauma-informed parenting practices Learn More
Resource Description Link
Child Mind Institute Types, signs, treatment, and parenting information Learn More
Worry Wise Addressing childhood mental health Learn More
Brave Brains Supports adults in caring for hurting youth Learn More
Zones of Regulation Trainings and information about a framework organized around four colored Zones to help describe individual’s feelings, energy, and emotions. Learn More
Yoga Calm Yoga programs for kids Learn More
ResourceDescriptionLink
Hair Care – ORPARC Resource PageCaring for curly, textured hairLearn More
Transracial Parenting & Cultural Diversity – ORPARC Resource PageCaring for children of a different culture or raceLearn More
With Love’s Curls & Coils ProgramTaught by a local curl specialist, these classes offer the foundations of proper curl maintenance and hygiene, alongside techniques, to make curl care more accessible to families.Curls & Coils video
Disability Resource (ASD, CP, FASD, Spina Bifida) Description Link
CanChild Resources resources aimed to maximize the quality of life and participation of children with disabilities (ASD, CP, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Spina Bifida) Learn More
     
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Resources Description Link
SImple Guide: Fostering a child with autism – FCA Informative resources and parenting tips Learn More
3 early signs of ASD Information on the three early signs of ASD in young children Learn More
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) Educational resources on ASD and advocacy Learn More
     
Cerebral Palsy (CP) Resources Description Link
Cerebral Palsy (CP) – CDC Informative description and articles on CP Learn More
“If I knew then what I know now”…Parents’ Reflections on Raising Children with Cerebral Palsy – CanChild Tips for parents on raising a child with CP Learn More
United Cerebral Palsy Incredible resource for caregivers and those with CP Learn More
     
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Resources Description Link
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) – CDC Informative resources on ADHD Learn More
Parenting a Child with ADHD – CHADD Tips for parents on raising a child with ADHD Learn More
     
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Resources Description Link
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) – CDC Informative resources on FAS Learn More
Parenting tips – National FASD Tips for raising a child with FASD Learn More
     
Spina Bifida Resources Description Link
Living with Spina Bifida: Infants Informative resources and parenting tips Learn More
Spina Bifida Mom Life Parenting/care tips from a mother Learn More
Infants and Children – Spina Bifida Association Parenting tips parents on raising an infant or child with spina bifida Learn More

FACT Oregon: Resources to equip families navigating disability and special education.

Food Support Description Link
The Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC) Provides children under 5 with free vegetables, fruit, milk, and more Learn More
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Provides monthly benefits to help families purchase food Learn More
     
Nutrition Support Description Link
SOS Approach to Feeding Resource to explore feeding difficulties Learn More
The OT Toolbox Explanation on food textures and sensitivity Learn More
     
Tube Feeding Description Link
The Oley Foundation Resources on home IV nutrition or tube feeding Learn More
Why I Love My Son’s Feeding Tube Parent’s reflection on her son’s G-tube experience Learn More
Tubieloved support group Support space for parents, family members, and anyone who has a family member with a feeding tube Learn More
Tube Feeding Personal stories on experiences with tube feeding Learn More

Mother & Child PDX: Services focused on creating positive parenting experiences for all