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How to meet the challenges of transracial fostering
How do you support a foster child of a different race? It’s possible through learning, communication, and planning along with help from your Cayuga Centers team.
What to expect from the foster parent licensing process
If you’re a first-time foster parent, here’s a step-by-step guide of what you can expect as you work towards your foster care certification.
Getting to know your foster care support team
The support provided by your foster care treatment team is essential to success. At Cayuga Centers, our extensive support team is readily available to you from certification to when a youth exits your home.
Strategies to afford fostering a child: unlock the love
Many potential foster parents may feel overwhelmed by the financial responsibilities of raising a child. The truth is, raising children doesn’t have to break the bank.
6 ways for foster parents to support youth this holiday season
Accepting a child in your home during the holiday season can be a blessing for both you and the youth. However, it can also be a difficult time for them to be away from their families. Here are steps you can take to ensure that the holidays are a pleasant time for the youth in your care.
Co-Parenting: Tips for building healthy relationships
Building a positive relationship and establishing healthy boundaries is easier when you remember the ultimate goal of the foster journey: reunification whenever possible.
Fear of attachment and how to overcome it
It’s okay to fear attachment when deciding to become a foster parent. Don’t be afraid to acknowledge these feelings. They could keep you from significantly impacting a child’s life.
Foster Parent Self Care: A Vital Practice
6 no-cost, low-time investment routines you can easily fit into your day. Foster Self-care helps foster parents recharge, refocus and relax for optimal mental and physical well-being.
Teens in foster care: A crisis that can be helped with love
Many foster parents want to foster small children, but the need for older kids is far greater. Here’s why you should open your home to a teen.
Why kinship care is so important
Family and friends can make all the difference in a foster child’s life, often making a difficult transition less stressful.
The importance of keeping siblings together in foster care
Siblings hold a special important bond that shapes their childhood and future. Siblings are often each other’s best support system. So, why don’t we prioritize keeping foster siblings together?
Single dads are rare in foster care. Kwame makes it work.
Parents go it alone for their kids all the time, but single foster dads are uncommon. This doesn’t have to be the case.
Becoming an ally: Supporting LGBTQIA foster youth
Nearly 400,000 children are in the U.S. foster care system. Of those, up to 30% identify as part of the LGBTQIA community. It’s important to remember that no matter what your child’s orientation or gender identity is, creating an environment that they can feel comfortable in is your top priority.
Foster Care vs. Adoption: What is right for you?
The definition of foster care and adoption can often blur in the general public’s mind. But if you are considering becoming a parent in either way, it’s important to understand the difference.
Fictive kin to foster kin: Jen & Jay’s story
A fictive kin placement united Jen with her daughter. She decided she wanted to do more.
How to prepare for your foster care home study
Preparing for your first foster child placement can be intimidating. Completing your home study and home inspection doesn’t have to be.
Poetry is a special way to help children heal from trauma
There are many forms of therapy For many, the word "therapy" conjures up...
The difference between respite foster care and long-term foster care
Respite foster care, or short-term foster care, and long-term foster care are two different types of foster care.
Pro Tips From A Single Foster Mom
The foster journey of a single stay-at-home foster mom and how she manages stress, builds her support system, and advocates for children.
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.
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Trans Remembrance Day is a time for people worldwide to honor transgender and questioning individuals who have tragically and unfairly lost their lives to transphobia and violence. It’s an opportunity to learn how to be a better ally and support the LGBTQ+ community. Whether through in-person events or social media campaigns, there are many ways to spread awareness and combat ignorance and bias. While progress is ongoing, educating younger generations on creating a supportive environment for questioning individuals remains a crucial step.
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Each November 20th, World Children`s Day highlights the critical needs of children everywhere. No matter their race, ethnicity, or background, every child deserves to feel included and have opportunities to express themselves freely. To build a better future led by the next generation, it`s crucial to provide them with a safe and supportive environment today. Happy World Children’s Day!
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A key part of parenting is fostering a nurturing and open atmosphere where children feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and concerns. Whether it`s with family or friends, children should always feel secure among their loved ones. World Child Abuse Prevention Day prioritizes this need, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding them from harmful influences while maintaining a supportive environment. How do you ensure your home is a welcoming place for children?
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