Welcome!
Hello, young people! Below are some great contacts to help answer questions and resolve issues:
FosterClub has a dedicated team of folks to help you find what you need in Indiana. Call them at 503-717-1552 or email them here. They can help you find resources to help you transition to adulthood and connect you to leadership opportunities.
Healthcare for Former Foster Youth (FFY).
Did you know that former foster youth have access to free Medicaid after they turn 18 until their 26th birthday? Qualification for FFY to access Medicaid is not dependant on employment or education status. Check out the #Healthcare FFY for more information about this program!To apply online, visit here.
To apply by phone, call 1-800-403-0864.
To apply in person, go to your local Division of Family Resources (DFR) office.
Indiana does not have a foster-specific application.
To apply, you will need to fill out the general Medicaid application for Indiana
Yes! Indiana has auto-coverage renewal.
If you aged out of foster care in Indiana, once you have Medicaid under the former foster youth category, your coverage will be continuous until the month of your 26 birthday. There is no need for you to re-apply!
However, if you relocated to Indiana and are receiving Medicaid coverage based on your income, parental status, etc., you do need to renew your coverage annually.
You will receive an annual mailer asking you to verify your information. Make sure to return this mailer, or else your coverage may lapse. Be sure to keep your address up to date with your state Medicaid office so that you do not miss this information!
Yes! Indiana does have auto-enrollment.
This means that, if you age out of care in Indiana, you do not need to complete a new application before you are able to receive health care coverage. Be sure to ask your caseworker to ensure that you were enrolled in Medicaid til 26 benefits!Indiana does not provide coverage to relocators.
This means that, if you were in care in another state and then moved to Indiana, you would not be eligible for Medicaid til 26. You may still be able to get health insurance through…- Your employer
- Your school
- Medicaid if you are eligible based on another category. This includes if you are pregnant or a parent or if you qualify based on your income. Check your state’s website for more information.
- Free or low-cost insurance from your state's Affordable Care Act marketplace.
BLOGS
Demetrius Jackson
By Adam@fosterclub — Dec 15, 2017
Demetrius Jackson was the all-time leading scorer in St. Joseph County with 1,934 career points and the first McDonald’s All-American from northern Indiana since future NBA All-Star Shawn Kemp earned the honor in 1988. He also experienced foster... Read more
RESOURCES
National Resources for LGBTQ Youth
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Rights in Foster Care: LGBTQ and HIV
Visit WebsiteLambda Legal is the oldest and largest national legal organization whose mission is to achieve full recognition of the civil rights of lesbians , gay men , bisexuals , transgender people and everyone living with HIV through impact litigation, education and public policy work. Lambda... Read more
American Indian Child Resource Center
Visit WebsiteThe American Indian Child Resource Center (AICRC) is a state-licensed foster family agency. They recruit and train foster parents, coordinate services to foster children and provide advocacy and support to biological parents. AICRC provides the following services: Recruitment, certification, and training of American Indian families... Read more
Amara
Visit WebsiteAmara is a non-profit organization focused on providing youth in care the love and support of a committed family. As one of the first agencies in the country to work with gay and lesbian couples, Amara is inclusive of all families regardless of sexual orientation,... Read more
RaiseAChild
Visit WebsiteRaiseAChild recruits, educates, and nurtures supportive relationships equally with LGBTQ and all prospective foster and adoptive parents while partnering with agencies to improve the process of advancing foster children to safe, loving, and permanent homes.Read more