Foster Care
Foster Children in Oklahoma*
Foster Homes Approved In Oklahoma*
Sunbeam Foster Parents Build Brighter Futures
When you’re a Sunbeam foster parent, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Our foster care experts walk beside you from the beginning application and remain a constant advocate and reliable source of support to you for every child placed in your home. The support we offer is one of the many reasons why we were voted as Metro Family Magazine Family Favorite Foster Care Agency in 2024.
When you become a foster parent, you provide children with a safe, loving environment where they feel secure and supported. By offering a loving and consistent presence, you create a space where they grow, feel valued, and have brighter futures.
For more information on foster parent requirements or how to become a foster parent, please complete the Information Request Form Belowand a Sunbeam Foster Care expert will contact you within 2 business days.
Why Foster With Sunbeam
At Sunbeam, we recognize the importance of representing and supporting the variety of backgrounds and cultures of children in the foster care system. We strive to have families who reflect the diverse backgrounds and cultures of children in care, ensuring that each child and family feels understood, valued and supported. We welcome foster parent applications from ALL individuals and families.
Foster Care Experts Since the 1930s
Founded in 1907, Sunbeam has a proven track record of supporting children and families in Oklahoma. Our foster care experts provide guidance and connection to valuable resources and support at court, family team meetings, and more.
24/7 Support from Sunbeam Foster Care Experts
You’re not alone in your fostering journey. Our Foster Care Experts are here 24/7 to assist you with urgent needs or questions.
Priority Placement in Sunbeam’s Head Start and Early Head Start
Sunbeam offers high-quality, early childhood education services at our center-based locations. Services include individualized extra support for your family, free diapers and wipes, health screenings, and other resources and referrals that may benefit you and your family.
Priority Placement with Sunbeam’s Trauma-Certified Therapists
Sunbeam foster parents have priority access to therapy services for children in care with Sunbeam therapists, who understand the challenges children in foster care may face, and access for their immediate family.
Mental Health Consultation Support
Mental health consultation, including expertise in Infant and Early Childhood consultation, is available from Sunbeam’s highly trained clinical staff for one-on-one support and direction to foster parents around children’s behaviors, discipline, transitions, and more. Click to watch a video about Mental Health consultation.
Bi-Monthly Parents Night Out
Sunbeam provides drop-in child care for one evening every other month, giving you much-needed respite for a few hours.
Connection to Respite Support
Thanks to trained foster parents, respite is available to your family. Respite is temporary, short-term care provided to foster children by another certified foster family or caregiver, allowing you a break when you need it while ensuring that the child continues to receive quality care in a safe and nurturing environment.
Gift Card to Welcome a Foster Child in Your Home
At placement, Sunbeam provides a $50 gift card per child placed to help support the foster child’s immediate needs until DHS reimbursement begins. Foster parents also receive a $25 gift card for any emergency, short term placements in their home.
Ongoing Trauma-informed Training
Free online and in-person training help develop your skills and knowledge as a foster parent, including opportunities around topics such as trauma, developmental stages, conscious discipline, and well-being.
Holiday Joy
Thanks to a generous partner, foster children receive holiday toys and foster families attend a party every December.
Quarterly Care Packages
Thanks to Citizens Caring for Children, children in foster care receive clothing, personal care items, and more. Sunbeam foster care case managers coordinate this process for you.
