By Paulette Young, MSW, Cayuga Centers Clinician From the first pumpkin latte sighting to New Year’s Day, there are countless holidays and occasions to celebrate – and sweet and savory treats that go along with each one. The holiday season comes with...
Kylee Kern, LMSW – Technical Assistance Specialist, Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network Two weeks before I turned eight years old, my parents became licensed foster parents and welcomed the first of my foster siblings into their home: a...
child sits on kitchen floor upset as mom kneels down and scolds her By Rosario Aguero, Parent and Child Coach Being curious about what’s behind the “bad behavior” is the first step towards healing for a child who sometimes exhibits challenging behaviors. These...
By Rosario Aguero, PACE Program Manager Parenting is one of the most meaningful—and challenging—roles we take on. Especially for new parents, the flood of advice and information can feel overwhelming. When your child begins to push boundaries or act out, it’s natural...
By Allyssa DelPiano, Marketing Specialist at Cayuga Centers Grief is often associated with the death of a loved one. But for youth in foster care, grief can encompass a much broader spectrum of loss. Coping with grief can stem from the separation from biological...
By Rainer S.A. Nisbett, Digital Advertising and Communications Specialist at Cayuga Centers Congratulations! You’ve made one of the most important first steps — choosing to explore becoming a foster parent. We know this can be incredibly overwhelming, as choosing a...
