Meet The Staff

Candi Dykstra, along with her husband Josh, has been married for 21 years and is the proud parent of nine children ranging from 20 to 8 years old. Their journey into fostering began in 2006 when they started welcoming homeless teenagers into their home, later becoming licensed foster parents in 2021. Over the years, they have provided a stable and loving environment for 18 children, ultimately adopting two into their forever family. 

Candi holds a BS in Ministry Leadership and has dedicated much of her life to serving her local church community. With over two decades of experience, she has passionately coached youth at nearby high schools, driven by the inspiring example set by her grandparents. Witnessing their commitment to fostering, mentoring, and advocating for youth deeply influenced Candi's own path. 

Her grandfather, who spent his childhood in the foster care system, showed her firsthand the profound impact foster parents can have. Even now, he continues to foster three special needs adults who have been under his care for over 40 years, illustrating a lifelong dedication to caregiving and support. 

In addition to her role as a Navigator, Candi serves as a Recruitment and Retention Coordinator, leveraging her extensive experience and unwavering passion to support and enhance the foster care community.