Tag Archives: May: National Foster Care Month

All in the Office: Sarah’s Corner

“Suffering is everywhere. Don’t ever think it isn’t. So are miracles. Don’t ever think they aren’t.” I came across this quote about a month ago, and it has frequently crossed my mind since. Working in child welfare, it is impossible … Continue reading

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Beyond Fostering: Small Ways You Can Help Foster Kids

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So, it must be fairly obvious: foster kids need our help. And let’s say you want to help, but the requirements of fostering a child might be too tall an order for you right now. Well, we did some brainstorming. … Continue reading

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Facts & Figureskating: Who Are the Children in Foster Care?

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Kids from all walks of life end up in care, for many different reasons. However, these kids are more likely: to be older to be members of a minority group to be a set of siblings to be a survivor … Continue reading

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R & R: How Does Your Church Embrace Foster Care?

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“I believe we need communities of faith all across the nation that it is our privilege, not so much our responsibility, to love and serve children in care—and it is a privilege that we should full and eagerly embrace.” -Michael … Continue reading

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What Happens When Kids in Foster Care Suddenly Become Adults?

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Each year, an estimated 20,000 young people “age out” of foster care. So what might come next for them?  Studies show… **** Sources: Slide: “54% of aged out foster kids earn a hs diploma” Brandford, C. & English, D. (2004). … Continue reading

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