Every child deserves a
safe space
to call home.
Families Especial is a private child-placing agency serving South and South Central Texas. We walk alongside foster and adoptive families, every step of the way.
OUR IMPACT
The difference we've made
Families Especial has been changing lives by providing hope, support, and opportunities for children and families. Together with our foster families, staff, and community partners, we have helped create safe, nurturing environments where children can heal, grow, and thrive.
Years of Service
Adoptions since 2016
Licensed Homes
Children Served
WHY FAMILIES ESPECIAL
Support built around you
We don't just license foster families, we stay with them throughout the journey.
Expert selection & training
From preservice training through your first placement and beyond, our team trains and supports you directly — including annual training that keeps your skills sharp year after year.
Preservice training
Required prep before licensing — covering safety, trauma-informed care, and what to expect.
Annual training
Ongoing yearly sessions to keep your skills current and meet licensing requirements.
Community-rooted
Deep partnerships across South Texas communities.
Rapid response
Our staff answers quickly, families never wait on urgent needs.
Bilingual support
Spanish-speaking staff ready to serve families in their language.
OUR PROGRAMS
How we can help
The ways we serve children and families across Texas.
Foster & Adoptive Services
Full support for families opening their homes to children in DFPS conservatorship, from licensing through placement.
Respite Care
Short-term relief for foster parents when they need a break — keeping families strong and sustainable.
FOSTER FAMILY VOICES
What our families say
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