Personalized Community Foster Care
Open Your Heart and Home to Children and Youth with High Support Needs in Edmonton
Personalized Community Foster Care (PCC) is a specialized foster care model that matches children and youth with complex needs with a trained family setting, rather than a group home. It is evidence-based, family-centred, and built on the belief that every child thrives with the right support.
Unlike traditional foster care, PCC caregivers receive specialized therapeutic training, ongoing clinical support, and higher levels of agency involvement to help children heal and grow in a stable home environment. This program meets Alberta’s standards for PCC foster care and is designed for caregivers who are ready to go beyond the basics.
We are currently recruiting Personalized Community Foster Caregivers in and around the Edmonton region, including Leduc, Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Fort Saskatchewan, and more.
If you have experience fostering, working with high needs kids, or supporting youth in a group home setting, this could be the right next step for you. Join one of our free, no-obligation online info sessions to learn more.
Is This the Right Fit for You?
We are looking for foster caregivers who bring real experience to the table. The ideal Personalized Community Foster Caregiver candidate:
- Has previous fostering experience (traditional foster care or PCC foster care)
- Has worked with children or youth with high support needs
- Has experience in a group home, residential care, or similar setting
- Is committed to trauma-informed, relationship-based care
- Lives in Edmonton or the surrounding area, including Leduc, Sherwood Park, St. Albert, and Spruce Grove
- Is ready to grow through specialized therapeutic foster caregiver training
- If you have a strong foundation and the right heart for the work, we want to hear from you.
Attend a Free PCC Foster Care Information Session
The best way to find out if PCC foster care is right for you is to come learn about it directly from our team.
Attending an info session does not create any obligation to become involved; it’s simply an opportunity for you to gather the information you need to make an informed decision.
During this free online session, you will:
- Learn what sets Personalized Community Foster Care apart from traditional foster care
- Get a clearer picture of what PCC foster care looks like in practice
- Hear about the training, support, and compensation available to PCC caregivers
- Have the opportunity to ask our team your questions directly
- Take the first step toward becoming a PCC foster caregiver in Edmonton
Upcoming Sessions:
- Thursday, April 23rd from 12pm – 1pm
Why Choose Kinnections?
Kinnections Community Wellness is a family business in the business of helping families. For years, we have been connecting children and youth with high support needs to trained, compassionate caregivers across Edmonton and Alberta.
When you join our foster care program, you get:
Expert Training: We equip you with the skills and knowledge to provide therapeutic support with confidence.
A Dedicated Support Team: Our team is with you every step of the way. You are not doing this alone.
A Values-Driven Organization: We believe in strengths-based, trauma-informed, family-centred care. That belief shapes everything we do.
Community: Join a network of caregivers, professionals, and families all working toward the same goal: better outcomes for kids.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between PCC foster care and traditional foster care?
Personalized Community Foster Care (also known as therapeutic foster care (TFC)) is a specialized model designed for children and youth with more complex needs. PCC caregivers receive advanced training and clinical support beyond what is typically offered in traditional foster care.
Do I need to be a current or former foster parent to apply?
While prior experience is strongly preferred, we welcome anyone with significant experience working with high needs children or youth in a professional capacity, such as group home workers, residential care staff, or child and youth care workers.
Is therapeutic foster care the same as PCC foster care in Alberta?
Therapeutic foster care falls within the broader PCC foster care system in Alberta. Our program is structured to meet provincial standards while providing an enhanced level of caregiver training and ongoing support.
What kind of training will I receive?
We provide specialized PCC foster caregiver training to prepare you for the unique challenges and rewards of this work. Details will be shared at the Information Session.
How do I get started?
Register for our free Personalized Community Foster Care Information Session. It is the first and easiest step.
Ready to Learn More?
Your experience matters. Your compassion matters. And the children and youth in our community need people like you.
Take the first step by attending one of our free online Personalized Community Foster Care Information Sessions. There is no commitment required, just a conversation about what this opportunity could look like for you.
Email: main@crossroadsfs.ca
Telephone: 780-430-7715 | Toll Free: 1-877-430-7715