You do an online search. “Foster Care Agencies Near Me.” Four or five names pop up on your screen. You pause and start to wonder. Does it matter which you choose? Don’t they all do the same thing? How do you know which program is right for you?
Interview Agencies
Just like anything, every agency has its own personality. Call a few agencies. Do they answer your call right away? Do they sound friendly? Do
Bob Costa and Courtney Edge-Mattos from JRI's Intensive Foster Care and Adoption Program were recently featured on Burlington Access Cable Television to discuss foster care.
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Rachel has been a part of the JRI team since January, 2000. For over 20 years, Rachel has been working in the field of human services assisting families with accessing and navigating services. Rachel received her Bachelors degree in psychology and Masters Degree in Public Administration from Bridgewater State University. She was promoted in July 2005 to Family Networks Program Director where she closely worked with the Department of Children Families for 10 years ensuring that children and families received the highest quality of individualized services ranging from community based through residential care. Rachel is very dedicated to helping the individuals she works with and is committed to improving the lives of children and families. Rachel’s passion for creative service programming inspires her in her role as JRI Service Navigator.
