Heartland for Children is the local not-for-profit agency responsible for redesigning the foster care system in Polk, Hardee and Highlands Counties. 

Heartland for Children promotes the prevention of child abuse and oversees the provision of services for children who have been abused and/or neglected. These services include in-home family strengthening, adoption, case management, foster care and independent living.  

As the local Child Welfare Lead Agency, Heartland for Children is concerned with the safety and well being of all children in our community.

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Heartland for Children

Teri Saunders

Jacquelyn Bobb

Richard George Ma, Cwpi, Cwlc

April Haught

Ashley Hunt

Tracy Bridges-Grey

The Recruitment and Engagement team at Heartland for Children focuses on attracting and retaining foster families and supportive community partners. They engage in outreach initiatives, coordinate recruitment efforts for foster homes, and facilitate independent living programs, ensuring comprehensive support for vulnerable children. Additionally, they utilize digital media to raise awareness and foster community involvement, enhancing the overall effectiveness of child welfare services in the region.

Recruitment and Engagement

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