Why Fostering Children with Disabilities Makes a Lifelong Impact

There are over 8,000 children in Tennessee’s foster care system at any time—and roughly 2% of them have intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD). These children are among the most vulnerable, yet they thrive when placed in safe, stable, and loving homes with caregivers who understand their unique needs. At Knoxville Foster Care—operated by MillarRich—children with disabilities are matched with specially trained foster families who provide round-the-clock, trauma-informed care in a nurturing home environment. Foster parents receive ongoing support, training, and compensation of up to $75,000 per year.

🌟 The Difference You Can Make

• Transform Lives, Including Your Own

  Foster families provide full-time care to children who need more than a place to stay—they need consistency, compassion, and connection. In return, families receive meaningful relationships, a supportive community, and generous financial support.

  
  

• Earn Up to $75,000 per Year

  Caring for a child with disabilities is a significant commitment—and Knoxville Foster Care recognizes that with a level of compensation that allows caregivers to focus fully on the child’s well-being.

  
  

• Individualized Support & Development

  Children are placed based on shared interests, routines, and care needs. With the right match, kids can flourish—reaching milestones, gaining confidence, and building lasting bonds with their foster families.

  
  

• Comprehensive Training & Support

  From CPR/First Aid to trauma-informed care and daily documentation tools, MillarRich equips every foster parent with the skills and resources they need to succeed—every step of the way.

  
  

💚 Join Us for Our Info Day This September

Curious if fostering might be right for you? Join Knoxville Foster Care for an Informational Day this September to explore the journey and ask questions in a relaxed, no-pressure environment.

📅 Event Date: September 18^th & 19^th📍 Location: Knoxville area👉 Learn more & RSVP: KnoxvilleFosterCare.com

At this event, you’ll:

• Meet experienced foster families and program staff

• Learn about training, licensing, and support services

• Explore the real-life impact of fostering children with disabilities

• Find out how compensation helps make full-time care possible

  
  

❤️ A Lifeline for the Children Who Need You Most

Fostering a child with a disability is not always easy—but it is profoundly rewarding. With the right training, ongoing support, and meaningful compensation, you can open your home to a child who needs more than a place to live—they need a future.

Take the first step today. Visit KnoxvilleFosterCare.com to sign up for our September info session and discover how you can make a lasting difference.