About TLC
Supporting caregivers through continuous training and a social network to develop children into loving, healthy and responsible adults.
Our Mission & StorySupporting Foster, Adoptive, Relative & Non-Relative Caregivers
Serving families throughout Polk, Highlands & Hardee Counties
TrainingSupportCare ClosetFamily EventsResources
Care Closet
Providing gently used clothing, shoes, books, toys, diapers and more to support children in care.
- Wednesdays · 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- 2nd Saturdays · 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Meetings & Training
3rd Friday of every month
- 5:30 PM · Care Closet open
- 6:00 PM · Dinner together
- 7:00 PM · Training
Membership
$30 per family, per year
Membership year runs February 1 – January 31
- Access to trainings & family events
- Care Closet benefits
- A support network of caregivers who get it
- Updates, resources & a voice in the association
Who We Serve
- Foster Caregivers
- Adoptive Families
- Relative Caregivers
- Non-Relative Caregivers
Different paths. Same important mission. Children.
Get Involved
There are many ways to make a difference:
- Donate — Every dollar supports caregivers and children in our three counties.
- Volunteer — Help at the Care Closet, family events, and monthly meetings.
- Become a Sponsor — Partner your business or church with TLC and reach caring local families.
Our Partners
We're grateful for the community partners who make our mission possible.
Heartland for ChildrenTrinity Baptist ChurchMidgard StorageBeef 'O' Brady'sTijuana FlatsSubway