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.

As a trusted organization supporting foster care, family supportive services, and behavioral health care across the state, SAFY partners with foster families, caregivers, and communities to provide safe, supportive environments for youth and families. Our work is rooted in helping families grow stronger together while ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive.

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.

SAFY’s foster care programs, behavioral health care, and family supportive services take a comprehensive approach to meeting the unique needs of every child and family we serve across Indiana.

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.

As a leading family services agency in Indiana, our services are designed to support families, foster parents, and the community. We focus on strengthening families through guidance, education, and consistent support equipping them with practical tools that can be applied in everyday life.

Whether you are exploring foster care in Indiana, seeking family supportive services, or looking for behavioral health resources, SAFY provides the structure and support needed to feel confident in your role.

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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
233 E. 84th Dr., Suite 103
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 complete the Referral Form or send an email to IN-SIKFReferral@safy.org
Indiana Trafficking Victims Assistance Program

With locations across the state, SAFY is able to support foster care in Indiana at a local level, connecting families with nearby resources, training, and ongoing support.

Candid Seal of Transparency

SAFY of Indiana is proud to have earned the Candid Seal of Transparency, a national recognition awarded to nonprofits that openly share detailed financial information, leadership demographics, and organizational impact. This seal reflects our commitment to accountability, responsible stewardship, and building trust with the donors, partners, and families we serve.

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News and Resources

What Makes a Community Strong? Ask a Foster Family.

I spent years knocking on doors, talking to strangers at community events, and making phone calls I wasn't sure someone would return. My job was to recruit foster parents, finding those willing to open their homes to children who needed a safe place to land. What I didn't expect was how much those families would teach me about what it means to live in a community.