Treatment Foster Care Program
New Mexico Solutions provides high quality behavioral health services to children in our communities through our Treatment Foster Care (TFC) program. TFC caters to the behavioral, emotional, psychological, and social needs of children and youth by providing a stable, nurturing, treatment-oriented approach in a supportive family setting to strengthen a child’s connection with birth families and work toward a permanent living solution.
With decades of commitment to families, our TFC program stands apart for its deep level of support and thoughtful approach to matching children with the right homes. Many of our foster families have been with us for more than 20 years, reflecting the strength of our relationships and the quality of our care.
Who We Serve
Children and youth enter foster care for many reasons, often during times of significant change or crisis in their lives. Treatment foster care offers a safe, nurturing home when living with their family is not possible. The young people we serve may benefit from additional emotional or behavioral support and thrive with caregivers who have the time, training, and compassion to meet their unique needs.
Each child’s time in treatment foster care is guided by their individual strengths, goals, and support needs. As youth build skills and stability, they may reunify with their family, transition to a traditional foster care setting, or move toward independent living, depending on what best supports their long-term well-being.
How it Works
The treatment foster care home is the heart of the healing process. Foster parents are specially trained and supported to provide consistent care and to help children work toward the goals outlined in their individualized treatment plans. While foster parents play a central role, treatment planning is a collaborative effort guided by experienced clinical staff.
Treatment focuses on building skills, strengthening relationships, and helping children and families respond to the experiences that led to the need for care. Each child is supported by a treatment team that works together to promote growth, stability, and success. The team includes the foster parent(s), treatment coordinator, therapist, the child and their family, the state social worker, and other community partners as needed.
Through this coordinated approach, children benefit from the stability of a family home and community-based setting while receiving individualized, intensive therapeutic and clinical support tailored to their needs.
Interested in Becoming a TFC Parent?
Becoming a TFC parent means joining a community dedicated to strengthening families. By opening your home, you become a vital part of a child’s journey toward resilience, hope, and long-term success. Children in TFC have experienced challenges that require structure, patience, and consistent encouragement. When you foster with us, you become part of a team that includes therapists, program staff, and specialists who work together to support both you and the child in your care. Our personalized, team-based approach ensures that you are never navigating this path alone.
Why Become a TFC Parent?
There is a critical need for Treatment Foster Care families across our communities. Many children in New Mexico are waiting for safe, understanding homes where they can feel seen, supported, and believed in. Choosing to foster through our program offers a meaningful way to contribute to your community while gaining tools, training, and professional support that empower you to succeed. Families benefit from specialized education, ongoing access to experts, and financial support that helps sustain the practical needs of care. Most importantly, you have the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the life of a child.
Who Can Become a TFC Parent?
TFC parents are currently needed in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Los Lunas, Belen, Peralta, Santa Fe, and Moriarty. You may qualify if:
- You are at least 21 years old
- You have stable housing (renting or owning)
- You are willing to complete the required TFC training
- You can be single, married, partnered, or living with others
- You welcome individuals of any race, age, gender, religion, ethnicity, or sexual orientation
- You can provide structure, consistency, and emotional support to youth
What We Provide
We understand that providing therapeutic foster care requires ongoing guidance and resources. That’s why our program offers comprehensive support for your entire household. Parents receive continuous access to professional guidance, weekly staff check-ins, and 24/7 on-call assistance. We offer individualized support from licensed therapists, and a collaborative, team-driven model that treats families like partners. Families also receive monthly tax-free reimbursement, respite support, and specialized training that prepares them to understand trauma, manage behaviors, and provide nurturing, consistent care.
Additionally, each child is clinically matched to families whose strengths, skills, and dynamics are the best fit for their therapeutic needs. Children benefit from therapy and wrap-around services designed to meet their individual needs. With New Mexico Solutions, you have a full team standing beside you every step of the way.
Get Started Today!
Ready to begin or want more information? We’re here to help. To make a referral or learn more about becoming a TFC parent, complete the form below.