# FOCUS on Foster Families

> Educational app for foster families with videos, games, and resources. (iPhone/iPad app by University of California, Los Angeles.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-on-foster-families/id943715040 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [University of California, Los Angeles](https://appshunter.io/developer/498096168)
- Category: Education, Games, Family
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 298 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-01-28
- Data updated: 2026-08-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-on-foster-families/id943715040/reviews.md

## What is FOCUS on Foster Families?

FOCUS on Foster Families is a mobile app designed to help support foster youth and their caregivers as they navigate common challenges. The app includes an extensive library of video interviews with foster youth and caregivers sharing what has been helpful for them, and experts providing guidance on how best to navigate the legal, school, and child welfare systems. These videos and resources answer questions like: What does it feel like to come into a new home?  What are Foster youth looking for from their caregivers? How do I prepare kids for a visit with their birth parent? ... and many more!

This app also offers interactive games and links to specialized services and resources.

Bear Necessities

Buddy is frustrated because his ball got stuck in a tree. Help him by moving branches on the screen to guide the ball back into your Cozy Cavern. You can collect yummy cherries along the way too! After each level, you can help decorate the Cozy Cavern with all the tools you’ve collected. These things help Buddy feel better when he’s stressed out. Now he has his ball back and really feels at home!

Comic Creator

Do you have a story you want to share with your family and friends?

Make a comic strip to say exactly what’s on your mind. Choose bear graphics and speech bubbles to make your story come to life. You can even customize your own speech bubble to say exactly what's on your mind. Then share your comic with family and friends through email or Facebook.

Feeling Finder

Buddy is looking for new words to use when talking about his feelings. In this feelings word search, swipe your finger across the letters to make feeling words. Words are hidden backwards, forwards, diagonally and bent around corners. Once you find a feeling word, drag it to its corresponding color zones on your Feeling Thermometer. Green feelings are the ones that feel really comfortable, while red feelings are the ones that feel really uncomfortable.

Bear Chill

Buddy needs your help to relax! Move Buddy back and forth across the bottom of the screen to catch bubbles with tools to help Buddy cool down. The more tools you collect, the closer Buddy gets to his green zone on the Feeling Thermometer. But look out for the chili peppers! They make Buddy's temperature rise closer towards the red zone. Your goal is to keep Buddy feeling comfortable in the green zone.

FOCUS on Foster Families supports the FOCUS (Families OverComing Under Stress) family resilience training model.

To learn more about ways to build a stronger family using FOCUS on Foster Families, visit http://nfrc.ucla.edu/focus-on-foster-families.

## Key features

- Video library with foster youth and caregiver interviews
- Expert guidance on legal, school, and child welfare systems
- Interactive games for stress management and emotional expression
- Links to specialized services and resources
- Comic strip creator for storytelling
- Feeling word search and thermometer


## Frequently asked questions about FOCUS on Foster Families

### What is FOCUS on Foster Families?

FOCUS on Foster Families is a free educational app designed to support foster youth and their caregivers. It provides a library of videos featuring interviews with foster youth, caregivers, and experts, along with interactive games and links to specialized resources.

### What kind of games are included in FOCUS on Foster Families?

The app includes several interactive games such as 'Bear Necessities' for problem-solving and decorating, 'Comic Creator' for storytelling, 'Feeling Finder' for emotional vocabulary, and 'Bear Chill' for relaxation techniques.

### What topics do the videos in FOCUS on Foster Families cover?

The video library addresses common challenges faced by foster families, including what it feels like to enter a new home, what foster youth look for in caregivers, and how to prepare children for visits with birth parents. Experts also provide guidance on navigating legal, school, and child welfare systems.

### Is FOCUS on Foster Families available on Android devices?

Currently, FOCUS on Foster Families is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. Information regarding Android availability is not provided in the app's data.

### How often is FOCUS on Foster Families updated?

The app was last updated on February 1, 2018, with version 1.1. Further update frequency details are not specified.

### What is the age rating for FOCUS on Foster Families?

FOCUS on Foster Families has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children and older. The app is designed to be accessible and beneficial for a wide range of ages within the foster care system.

### Does FOCUS on Foster Families have ads?

No, FOCUS on Foster Families does not contain advertisements. As a free application developed by the University of California, Los Angeles, it focuses on providing resources without commercial interruptions.

### What is the user rating for FOCUS on Foster Families?

FOCUS on Foster Families has received a perfect rating of 5.0 stars based on one review. This indicates a highly positive initial reception from its users.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.1 — 2018-02-01

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Compatibility and Bug Fixes

### 1.0.1 — 2015-03-05

Updated content

### 1.0 — 2015-01-28

No release notes.

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