The foster care system is changing to broaden the definition of kinship care to include more than just family members. Read on to discover examples of kinship care in the foster care system today.
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The foster care system is changing to broaden the definition of kinship care to include more than just family members. Read on to discover examples of kinship care in the foster care system today.
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You recently learned that a family member has entered foster care. But do you know what are your options to support them?
What happens to youth in foster care when they turn 18?
Discover the challenges youth face after aging out of foster care at 18, and explore actionable ways you can help provide housing, employment, healthcare, and mentorship to support their successful transition into adulthood.
An open heart and home: Eric’s foster parent story
Eric shares his heartfelt story which beautifully illustrates the profound difference a quality foster home can make, not only in the lives of youth in need but also in the hearts of those who open their homes to them.
What is treatment level foster care and why is it important?
Consider a child who has grown up in a neglectful environment at no fault of their own, shuffled between various foster or group homes for years with no support system. Who is there to support these youth who are missing the crucial resources they require?
Cooking up connections: Engaging with youth through food
Food is an essential fuel for nurturing stronger bonds between caretakers and youth and building bridges between cultures.
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?
A neighborhood mom: The Martinos’ journey from foster care to adoption
When Jaylen and Jahmir met Frances, the siblings found their forever home.
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
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How a former foster child gives back to teens in foster care: Nikki & James’ foster parent story
Nikki and James found purpose in giving back as foster parents to local teens in their community.
Choosing fatherhood: Creating bonds through single foster parenting
Despite not having been a parent before, Anthony took a leap of faith and decided to become a foster dad. Read more and listen to Anthony’s testimonial on how he built a connection with the youth in his care and learned how to be a great dad.
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