Benchmark Family Services - Merrillville, Indiana

Benchmark Family Services - Merrillville, Indiana Benchmark's mission is to work alongside referring agencies to provide stable and caring placements for youth in need of out-of-home care. Why Choose Benchmark?

Benchmark is committed to the highest standards of childcare and professionalism. Who We Are...
Benchmark Family Services, Inc. was established in 1994 and is a private, faith based, non-profit, therapeutic foster care agency. Our purpose is to provide stable and caring homes for youth in need of out-of-home care. Our mission is to advocate for children by ensuring opportunities for healthy physic

al, psychological and emotional growth and development in the most normal and least restrictive setting possible. To this end, Benchmark provides and coordinates programs and services in cooperation with referring child welfare agencies. Who We Serve...
Benchmark Family Services, Inc. services children who have been removed from their homes by the Department of Children’s Services (DCS) due to neglect, physical, sexual, and/or emotional abuse suffered in their biological home. Most of the children served by Benchmark are experiencing behavioral, emotional, and/or mental health problems as a result of being abused or neglected and receive therapy either on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. Additionally, some children are under the care of a psychiatrist and receive medications to manage their mental health needs. Benchmark provides strong and consistent support to our foster care families. We provide:
Each foster care family with weekly contact with their case manager, including a minimum of two home visits per month
24 hour/7 day a week emergency cell phone access to a case manager in the event of a crisis
Respite care for foster children when needed
Premium financial compensation to support the needs of youth placed in the home

Make those small moments matter💙(219) 769-0464
05/28/2026

Make those small moments matter💙
(219) 769-0464

05/27/2026

We’d love to know—what brought you to our page? 💛
👍🏻 I’m a current foster parent
♥️ I’m interested in fostering
😃 I want to support foster families
😯 Just here to learn more

Another home licensed today!!💙
05/20/2026

Another home licensed today!!💙

You don't have to be perfect...You just have to be ✨present✨
05/19/2026

You don't have to be perfect...
You just have to be ✨present✨

The licensing process can look intimidating! Here is a simple breakdown:1) Inquire with us at (219) 769-04642) Attend or...
05/18/2026

The licensing process can look intimidating!

Here is a simple breakdown:

1) Inquire with us at (219) 769-0464
2) Attend orientation
3) Complete 23 hours of trainings
4) Home inspections and documentation collection
5) Certified!

Are you ready??💙

As we approach Mother's Day, here are some things to keep in mind for the little humans in your home💙
05/08/2026

As we approach Mother's Day, here are some things to keep in mind for the little humans in your home💙

💐May Newsletter!💐
05/05/2026

💐May Newsletter!💐

This month, take the opportunity to open your home to a child in need of safety and stability💙
05/04/2026

This month, take the opportunity to open your home to a child in need of safety and stability💙

Thousands of children in Indiana are in foster care...Are you ready to be part of a child's success story?💙Give us a cal...
05/01/2026

Thousands of children in Indiana are in foster care...

Are you ready to be part of a child's success story?💙

Give us a call (219) 769-0464

04/28/2026

Such an amazing opportunity our fellow Benchmark Family Services office had!💙

Address

5525 Broadway
Merrillville, IN
46410

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

(219) 769-0464

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