Making sure every child in foster care has someone who cares deeply about them has been the mission of Aid to Adoption of Special Kids (AASK) since its founding in 1988. We have witnessed the difference a committed, caring adult has in a child’s life. AASK knows first-hand how the emotional connections of enduring relationships help children heal from the trauma of abuse and neglect, and improve their chances for life-long success.
AASK programs and services are designed with the well-being of the entire family in mind. We try to make the difficult job of being a foster parent as easy as possible.
Because each child has different needs, AASK offers programs that serve the specific needs of special populations of children in foster care, including Latinos, American Indians and children with developmental disabilities.
The AASK Kinship Foster Care program offers immediate assistance to those caring for grandchildren, nieces, nephews or siblings placed in foster care. AASK system navigation and other support services to those who unexpectedly find themselves caring for a child and dealing with the state child welfare system. When you deal with AASK, you don’t have to wait to get licensed to get help.