Providing Stability & Opportunity
We license foster families to provide loving and stable homes for children in the foster care system. We also license families to foster children and adults with developmental disabilities. If you have any questions or need assistance with Fostering, please contact RISE Services, Inc. directly at (801) 373-1197.
Contact UsGROWING & OPPORTUNITY HAPPEN IN A STABLE, LOVING FAMILY SETTING
Adults and children with developmental disabilities live their best lives in a stable family setting. However, that setting does not always come easily. RISE creates stability and opportunity for children and adults. We provide programs, services, and support to help families and caretakers create a stable family setting. Our support services are adapted and catered to the specific needs of every individual and family we serve. We have more experience delivering this type of support than any other agency in Utah.
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Full-Time Professional Parenting
Often people use the terms Foster Parent and Professional Parent interchangeably. However, there is a small difference. A foster parent is a state-certified caregiver who provides in-home supports to a minor that has been placed into their home by the State. A professional parent is a state-certified caregiver that provides in-home support to an individual diagnosed with a developmental disability or mental health condition. At RISE, we provide three different types of Professional Parenting services.
We believe children should live in family settings, regardless of the complexities of their needs. Unfortunately, some children in State custody are unable to live with their families. We provide fully licensed, loving, and supportive homes through our Professional Parenting program for these children.
The RISE Professional Parent Program has consistently demonstrated its ability to support any child, regardless of difficulty, in a family setting. Our services can be increased or decreased seamlessly, without the disruption of moving the child from the home. Our Professional Parents are highly skilled and receive ongoing training including behavioral and therapeutic training and supports to assist them with their role. Depending on the individuals’ needs, parents may also receive additional services including hourly respite staffing and professional behavior supports.
Host Homes
Many adults with developmental disabilities are able to live with varying degrees of independence. It is often very helpful to have the steady care and support of a host home. Host homes are licensed by RISE and offer semi-independent living arrangements for the individual. In these settings, we are often able to provide additional services to support the family and help the individual be successful.
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Respite Care
Respite care is part-time, substitute foster care. When full-time Professional Parents need to travel or simply need to take some time away, respite providers step in to help. These substitute foster care parents are required to go through the same licensing process, including a criminal background screening, as full-time foster parents.
Respite foster care is a great way to help an individual in need without having to commit to a full-time position. As a respite foster parent, you can decide the level of care you are ready and able to handle. Respite providers must be at least 21 years of age. Compensation depends on the level of care the child requires and the length of time respite care is needed.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A Professional Parent is a trained caregiver who welcomes an individual with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) into their private home to provide 24/7 support and a stable family environment. Unlike traditional foster care, which often focuses on short-term placement, Professional Parenting at RISE Services, Inc. emphasizes long-term stability and specialized care tailored to the individual’s person-centered goals. This model allows the individual to live as a member of a family while receiving the professional support they need to succeed in the community.
To become a Professional Parent, applicants must go through a comprehensive vetting and licensing process. This includes a background check, a home study, and specialized training in areas such as CPR/First Aid and positive behavioral support. RISE Services, Inc. guides you through every step of the certification process to ensure your home meets Utah state standards and that you are fully prepared to support an individual with unique needs.
At RISE, we provide our Professional Parents with 24/7 on-call support, regular home visits from a dedicated coordinator, and ongoing specialized training. We also facilitate respite care to ensure caregivers have the time they need to recharge. Our goal is to provide a robust support network so that every Professional Parent feels confident and equipped to provide the highest level of care for the individual in their home.
Yes, Professional Parents receive a monthly tax-exempt stipend to cover the costs of the individual’s care, including room, board, and daily support needs. The amount of the stipend is typically based on the level of care and supervision required by the individual placed in your home, according to the budget developed by the Support Coordinator.
The primary goal of the Professional Parenting program is to provide individuals with disabilities the opportunity to live in the “least restrictive environment” possible. By living in a family-style home rather than an institutional setting, individuals can build meaningful relationships, develop essential life skills, and become active participants in their local Utah communities. This model fosters independence, emotional well-being, and a sense of belonging.
