Because every Maine cat Deserves a place to belong.
Every bottle baby, every hissy spitty kitten, every mom with a fresh litter
— they all need a person, not a building.
What we provide:
Food (especially kitten food)
Litter
Medical/vet appointments
Our Foster Handbook (printable + fillable)
Behavior support (including Hissy/Spitty Kitty University methods)
What you provide:
A safe room/large kennel
Transport when possible
Daily socialization
Communication (photos/videos for posting!)
Process:
Fill out the Foster Application
Quick conversation/home verification (we get it — dogs go nuts when people come over)
We match you to the right cat(s) based on experience
You join our “Cat Life Cuddle Corps” 🐾
Forever Foster Program
A lifelong home. A lifetime of care. Minimal/no cost to you.
Some cats can’t be adopted the traditional way —
seniors, shy cats, medical cats, bonded pairs, or cats who need stability more than anything else.
Our Forever Foster Program makes sure these cats still get the life they deserve:
a safe, loving, permanent home without financial barriers.
You open your home.
We cover the rest.
Food, litter, and all approved veterinary care are fully provided by Cat Life Maine.
What Is a Forever Foster?
A Forever Foster is someone who gives a cat a stable, lifelong home while
Cat Life Maine continues to provide all medical care, supplies, and support.
The cat lives with you as your family, but remains under the rescue’s safety net for life.
This program is perfect for:
Seniors or disabled cats
Cats with chronic medical needs
Cats who don’t thrive in shelters
Cats who need a quiet, consistent home
Veterans or individuals who would benefit from companionship
Anyone who wants to help a cat but can’t afford long-term vet costs
What Cat Life Maine Provides
All vet care with approved veterinarians
Monthly food and litter
Medications and supplements
Behavioral support
Ongoing check-ins to keep the cat healthy and safe
Emergency support when needed
Your job?
Give them love, safety, and stability every single day.
What You Provide
A quiet, safe home environment
Daily basic care (food, water, litter, affection)
Transportation to scheduled vet appointments when possible
Communication and updates about the cat’s wellbeing
A commitment to keep the cat for their lifetime
You don’t need experience — just compassion and reliability.
Who Can Apply?
Anyone who can safely house and care for a cat long-term.
We especially encourage:
Veterans
Seniors
People seeking companionship
Households needing a lower-cost way to make a difference
Foster alumni and trusted prior adopters
The Application Process
We want to match you with a cat who fits your home, lifestyle, and comfort level.
Apply using our Forever Foster application form.
Chat with our team so we can understand your home and needs.
Home verification (virtual or in-person depending on situation).
Matchmaking to connect you with the right cat.
Placement, followed by ongoing support and check-ins.
Why Forever Fosters Matter
Cats in this program have nowhere else to go — but with your help, they get:
A warm bed
A familiar routine
Safety
Companionship
A lifetime free from preventable suffering
Forever fosters allow us to save cats who would otherwise be overlooked.
Become a Forever Foster
Ready to change a cat’s life forever — and let them change yours?