Locations

Foster, Adoption, and Kinship Services in Fort Worth, Texas

Kids First Inc. Office &
Training Site
4900 SE Loop 820, #100
Fort Worth, Texas 76140
682-200-1888

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Serving Families Since 2009

Kids First began serving families in 2009, with our main office located in South Fort Worth. From the beginning, we’ve been committed to helping children and youth in need of safe, loving foster, adoptive, and kinship homes right here in Tarrant County and surrounding areas.

Why Fort Worth Matters

This region continues to see high numbers of children removed from homes due to abuse or neglect. Whenever possible, children are placed within a 50-mile radius of their removal location to keep them near their court jurisdiction, schools, and supportive friends or family. Fort Worth plays a vital role in keeping children connected to what’s familiar — while they begin their healing journey.

Unique to Fort Worth: A Statewide Model

Our Fort Worth office operates in the region of the first successful Community-Based Care SSCC (Single Source Continuum Contractor) in Texas — a model that brings local decision-making and stronger collaboration between agencies and CPS. This allows for more personalized care and faster support for foster families.

Convenient Location

You’ll find our office just off Interstate 20, providing easy access from all directions of the DFW Metroplex — whether you’re coming from the north, south, east, or west. Our Fort Worth location is the hub of our operations, serving as both a resource and a home base for foster, adoptive, and kinship families.

Foster Parenting

By being a foster parent, you’ll be able to help children who have been abused or neglected. Kids First is licensed to verify foster homes for the State of Texas.

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Kinship Care

Kinship services seek to place children first with qualified family or friends. We are here to walk you through the process.

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Adoption

Kids First is a licensed contract provider with the Texas Department of Family & Protective Services (TDFPS). Kids First screens and verifies families for adoption.

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FAQs

Is Kids First a foster care agency in Fort Worth, Texas?

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Yes. Kids First is a licensed Child Placing Agency contracted with the State of Texas, and has been serving foster families in Fort Worth since 2009. Our main office is located at 4900 SE Loop 820 in South Fort Worth, just off Interstate 20. We verify and support foster homes throughout Fort Worth, Tarrant County, and surrounding areas.

Does Kids First handle adoptions in Fort Worth and Tarrant County?

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Yes. Kids First is a licensed contract provider with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services and supports adoptive and foster-to-adopt families throughout Fort Worth and Tarrant County. Kids First recommends becoming licensed as a foster-to-adopt family first, which expands your placement options and puts you first in line to adopt.

Does Kids First offer Kinship Care in Fort Worth?

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Yes. Kids First provides kinship care services in Fort Worth, walking caregivers through the same verification process as foster families to access training and support.

How do I become a foster parent in Fort Worth?

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The process starts with attending an orientation at the Kids First Fort Worth office at 4900 SE Loop 820, just off Interstate 20. From there you will complete an application, pass background checks, complete training provided by Kids First, pass a home inspection, and complete a home study. Call 682-200-1888 to get started.

  • I was new to the foster and adoption process, but Kids First made getting licensed easy. They answered all my questions, and the training was flexible and straightforward. We welcomed our first child within weeks, and even now, Kids First continues to support us. Their honesty and guidance from the start made all the difference. If you’re looking for an agency that truly cares, I highly recommend Kids First. - Michael

  • When I considered becoming a foster parent, I wanted to provide a home where kids could feel safe and loved. But I had a lot of questions. How much work would it take? Could I be successful? Could I handle unpredictable situations? Kids First is extremely helpful and very skilled at communicating exactly what foster parents need. I can call them day or night, and someone answers the phone to support me. There’s a genuine sense of community with other foster parents, and I never feel alone in this incredibly rewarding journey. - Diane

  • The process of foster parenting is challenging and, at the same time, immensely rewarding. Carla and the team at Kids First have made sure I know what to expect at every phase. They prioritize relationships and provide a human touch so we can be the best advocates possible for the kids. I’ve encouraged many friends and co-workers to start the training process and become involved with Kids First. - Annette

  • Being a foster parent comes with its challenges, often stirring deep emotions. Through these moments, we've discovered the unwavering support and blessings that Kids First brings into our lives. Their commitment to being there whenever we need it, day or night, has been our lifeline. Our family has been fortunate to be a part of both the adoption process and the restoration of biological families. Witnessing these families come back together with the support they need is incredibly rewarding. Through Kids First, we've been able to contribute to this transformative work, fostering not just children's growth but also their families' healing. - Lucinda