SAFY of Indiana

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About Us

Since 1989, SAFY of Indiana has worked with youth and families to reach their full potential, building the foundation of well-being we all need to contribute to our communities.

Led by Executive Director Gloria Whitcraft, M.S. Ed, LMFT, SAFY of Indiana offers a blueprint of services based on research addressing the roots of trauma while effecting lasting change.

Our Services

SAFY provides family-centered services to address the underlying causes of trauma to create meaningful change. By fostering positive behavioral health through all our services, we build the well-being essential to unlocking the full potential of those we serve.

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Foster Care

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Family Supportive
Services

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Behavioral Health

SAFY of Indiana, Fort Wayne Division
3711 Rupp Dr, Suite 200
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
260-484-4600
FortWayneInquiry@safy.org
Services Offered
Foster Care
Intensive Foster Care Services - SAFY of Indiana’s Intensive Foster Care Services (IFCS) are services designed to maintain youth with intensive medical, psychological, emotional, and/or behavioral needs in a single placement. IFCS provides appropriate intensive services to support youth and foster or relative family (caregivers) with the goal of placement stability and safety.
Family Supportive Services
Empowering Families Program - Services provided within the home and community utilizing evidence-based practices and family system theories to help families reach their full potential.
Indiana Trafficking Victims Assistance Program
SAFY of Indiana, Indianapolis Division
70 E 91st St, Suite 109
Indianapolis, IN 46240
317-218-4081
IndianapolisInquiry@safy.org
Services Offered
Foster Care
Intensive Foster Care Services - SAFY of Indiana’s Intensive Foster Care Services (IFCS) are services designed to maintain youth with intensive medical, psychological, emotional, and/or behavioral needs in a single placement. IFCS provides appropriate intensive services to support youth and foster or relative family (caregivers) with the goal of placement stability and safety.
Family Supportive Services
Empowering Families Program - Services provided within the home and community utilizing evidence-based practices and family system theories to help families reach their full potential.
Indiana Trafficking Victims Assistance Program
SAFY of Indiana, Merrillville Division
8120 Georgia St., Suite D
Merrillville, IN 46410
260-484-4600
MerrillvilleInquiry@safy.org
Services Offered
Foster Care
Intensive Foster Care Services - SAFY of Indiana’s Intensive Foster Care Services (IFCS) are services designed to maintain youth with intensive medical, psychological, emotional, and/or behavioral needs in a single placement. IFCS provides appropriate intensive services to support youth and foster or relative family (caregivers) with the goal of placement stability and safety.
Family Supportive Services
Empowering Families Program - Services provided within the home and community utilizing evidence-based practices and family system theories to help families reach their full potential.
Indiana Trafficking Victims Assistance Program
SAFY of Indiana, Mishawaka Division
2410 Grape Rd., Suite 6
Mishawaka, IN 46545
574-217-0128
SouthBendInquiry@safy.org
Services Offered
Foster Care
Intensive Foster Care Services - SAFY of Indiana’s Intensive Foster Care Services (IFCS) are services designed to maintain youth with intensive medical, psychological, emotional, and/or behavioral needs in a single placement. IFCS provides appropriate intensive services to support youth and foster or relative family (caregivers) with the goal of placement stability and safety.
Family Supportive Services
Empowering Families Program - Services provided within the home and community utilizing evidence-based practices and family system theories to help families reach their full potential.
Behavioral Health
Indiana Trafficking Victims Assistance Program
SAFY of Indiana, Southern Indiana Division - Administrative Office (mail only)
1400 Main St, #247
Clarksville, IN 47129
812-725-5429
SouthernIndianaInquiry@safy.org
Services Offered
Foster Care
Intensive Foster Care Services - SAFY of Indiana’s Intensive Foster Care Services (IFCS) are services designed to maintain youth with intensive medical, psychological, emotional, and/or behavioral needs in a single placement. IFCS provides appropriate intensive services to support youth and foster or relative family (caregivers) with the goal of placement stability and safety.
Family Supportive Services
Empowering Families Program - Services provided within the home and community utilizing evidence-based practices and family system theories to help families reach their full potential.

Kinship Support Program- SAFY supports relatives or close friends caring for youth who are unable to be with their family of origin because of substance use and/or relatives or close friends caring for a youth experiencing substance abuse. To make a referral, please send an email to IN-SIKFReferral@safy.org
Indiana Trafficking Victims Assistance Program

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News and Resources

Child Safety Tips Every Caregiver Should Know

Caring for youth involves not only love and support, but it also means making sure their world is as safe and secure as possible. Whether you’re a foster parent, grandparent, caregiver, or anyone who plays a role in a child’s life, keeping them protected from harm is a responsibility we all share.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) offers expert guidance on how to prevent injuries and create safe environments for children of all ages. Below, we highlight some essential safety tips along with AAP resources to help you take simple steps in your home and community.