Events
Be the Village collaborates with the Department of Child Services (DCS) throughout the year to host respite events. These events provide a safe and fun environment for foster children while allowing parents a much needed break. Occasionally DCS will join in these events to also provide training hours for foster parents.
October 2024 Respite Event Recap
5 churches came together for our first respite event that was hosted at Flourish Church. 13 foster families came out and 37 kids joined us for games, crafts, and dinner!
March 2025 Respite Event Recap
Living Hope church hosted the event. Five churches came together to serve 13 foster families by providing activities for 42 kids, and lunch for all! DCS joined us for training and so all parents were able to receive training hours.
Future Events
August 8, 2025, Bethel Church Cedar Lake
(more information to come)
October 2025, Flourish Church
(more information to come)