Thank you for being an Ambassdor!
Your support means a lot to us. Below is a gallery of content to share on behalf of and in support of Cayuga Centers and our foster youth and families.
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Ambassador Toolkit
About Cayuga Centers
Our Mission
To help children, families and individuals to grow as independent, healthy and productive citizens
through quality counseling, out-of-home care and support services. We do this in partnership with those we serve as well as government agencies and other service providers.
About Us
Cayuga Centers is a nationally accredited 501(c)(3) non-profit, human services agency founded in 1852. The agency’s mission is to help individuals and families grow as independent, healthy, and productive citizens through quality counseling, out-of-home care, and support services. The agency specializes in providing
individualized and trauma-informed support to diverse populations. Cayuga Centers serves over 10,000 individuals and families annually.
What makes us unique?
Our Longevity
Our Evidence-based Programs
Our Growth and Ability to Scale
Our Staff Diversity, Experience and Dedication
Who makes a great foster parent?
Target Personas
Some of our target personas, based on research and referencing our current foster parents, include caregivers, teachers, nurses, police officers, firefighters, social workers, and other helping professionals. These helpers are often dedicated to making a difference in their communities and fostering is a great way to give back. However, great foster parents can also come from other backgrounds and careers!
People from diverse families and backgrounds
You don’t have to be perfect to be a perfect foster parent. We are seeking foster parents of diverse backgrounds to open their homes and hearts to support local youth in their area. All backgrounds are welcome, including being single, married, LGBTQIA individuals, retired individuals, home owners, renters, spanish-speakers, and more! We believe anyone who has the heart to foster can make a difference in a youth’s life.
GENERAL FlYERS
FLYERS THAT TARGET OUR PERSONAS
Social Media Graphics
Step 1: Toggle through each category and decide which posts you want to share.
Step 2: Click “Download” to open the image in a new tab
Step 3: Right Click and select “Save Image” to Download the Image to your phone or computer
Step 4: Share on social media and copy and paste the suggested caption or make your own. Be sure to tag us!
Ambassador
Resources
FOSTER CARE
STATISTICS
SUPPORTING YOUTH
IN FOSTER CARE
Videos
Step 1: Toggle through each category and decide which posts you want to share.
Step 2: Click “Download” to open the video link or file in a new tab
Step 3: If it’s a Youtube Link, copy the URL. If it’s a video file, find the 3 dots on the bottom right hand and select “Download”
Step 4: Share on social media and copy and paste the suggested caption or make your own. Be sure to tag us!
Foster Parent
Features
FOSTER CARE
EDUCATION
ABOUT
CAYUGA CENTERS
Blog Articles
Step 1: Click on the photo of the blog article you would like to share.
Step 2: In the top search bar, copy the url of the article.
Step 3: Share the link and optional caption on your social media channels.
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Removing barriers to educational stability in foster care
Youth in foster care have had their lives uprooted by removal. How can we make sure they stay on track in school through trauma and crisis?
From scarcity to security: Food trauma in foster care
For many families, food is more than sustenance. It fosters positive connections and symbolizes security and love. For youth in foster care, food can represent something entirely different.
The state of foster care in the United States: 7 takeaways
The number of children in foster care dropped significantly in 2022. What else can we learn?
Back to school tips for foster parents
With a little planning, back to school time can be a breeze for your foster family.
How to navigate the demands of the foster parent certification process
Navigating the foster care licensing process can be a lengthy, and sometimes complex process. We explain why the process can feel overwhelming and provide tips on how to navigate it.
The ultimate guide to creating a warm and welcoming foster home
Congratulations, you’re certified! But have you thought about what happens when your child arrives? It’s normal to feel nervous as you create your new foster family, but there are ways to make your child feel more welcome.
The power of foster parent support groups
Build your community by sharing experiences and resources, giving advice, making social connections, and learning from experts about foster parenting challenges.
Surefire ways to spark your child’s imagination with books!
Reading helps with brain development, reduces stress, and can be a helpful tool for young people dealing with trauma. It is vital to help a child (and you) thrive at every stage of life.
6 women who shaped the foster care system we know today
In honor of Women’s History Month, we are spotlighting 6 women who have made an impact on the foster care system in the United States.
Fostering Equity: Reducing the number of Black youth in foster care
A pattern that has plagued the foster care system for decades: the stark overrepresentation of Black children compared to their counterparts. How is the system changing to move in the right direction?
Full house, full heart: Fostering multiple children
Sara went from being a single trial attorney to a foster parent of four almost overnight. Here’s how she does it.
The reasons we opened our home to foster youth
An empty room in Stephanie and Michael’s home that they did not know how to fill sparked the journey to foster parenting.
Paying It Forward: How a Former Foster Youth Is Making A Difference In Utica
Meet one of Mohawk Valley’s unsung heroes – Frank Yarborough, a therapist at Cayuga Centers. His journey from being a foster child to helping at-risk youth tells a tale of healing for NYS struggling families and kids.
For more information
Email: ashley.argese@cayugacenters.org