Open Arms Youth and Adult Services

Open Arms Youth and Adult Services is a private foster care agency dedicated to providing comprehensive care and support to children in Utah’s foster care system and individuals with disabilities. Based in Salt Lake City, we’ve been a family-owned and family-focused organization for over 40 years, matching children with the right families and offering ongoing support. Unlike many agencies, we remain committed to the children and families we serve, providing stability and a sense of belonging.

Our core values – ‘Family Is Everything’ – drive our approach, ensuring that every child and family feels like a vital part of the Open Arms Family. We offer trauma-informed care, utilizing evidence-based training programs like Mandt Training to equip our families with the skills to create safe and nurturing environments. We specialize in fostering children aged birth to 21, often those facing significant challenges, and provide crucial support to individuals with disabilities.

Our team of dedicated professionals, including compliance director Kase Shannon and client compliance coordinator Kara Mataele, work tirelessly to ensure the well-being of each child and family. Open Arms Youth and Adult Services is a trusted partner in Utah’s child welfare system, providing a lifeline for vulnerable children and families.