For children in the foster care system, having a stable and supportive adult in their lives can make all the difference. Mentors can provide guidance, support, and a sense of belonging for children who may have experienced trauma and instability in their early years. As a foster care organization serving the Wichita Falls and Abilene … Read more
Unsurprisingly, most people who want to become parents want the fastest and easiest option/way to add a child to their family. When they think about foster-to-adopt, they frequently wonder, “How long will it take to become certified and have a child placed in my home?” The truth is that the amount of time it takes … Read more
We all deserve a forever home, with a family who loves and cares for us unconditionally. Each year, 23,000 American children age out of foster care system with no permanent home to go to. They face a tough reality: approximately 20% of them become homeless, one-third become incarcerated, and 50% of them become unemployed following their transition from … Read more
Over half of the more than 420,000 youngsters in the foster care system nationwide will have to live without their parents for a year or longer. Even if the young person is from their family due to abuse or neglect, this separation is still a trying period for them. The fact that so many children … Read more
The annual increase in the shockingly high number of children placed in foster care is cause for grave concern. Due to a shortage of foster families willing to take in many children from the same family, many of these kids are siblings who must be kept separate. What’s more worrying is the fact that more … Read more
Becoming a foster parent can be a rewarding experience, but it is not always easy. There are many things to consider before you decide to take this step, such as whether you are single or married. Is Marriage Required to Be a Foster Parent? The short answer is no, you do not have to be … Read more
When a child is placed in foster care, child welfare services often look to the child’s biological family for a permanent home. Below are five key things you need to know about kinship care services at 2ingage. KINSHIP CARE IS DIVIDED INTO TWO CATEGORIES Both informal and formal forms of kinship care are available. Some children … Read more
Foster families play a critical role in assisting children and families going through challenging moments in life. They provide safe, loving, and nurturing care to the children and coordinate with their biological families to conquer challenges. Fostering isn’t an easy job. Foster families need support and love to survive the challenges of fostering. Here are six … Read more
When looking to become a foster parent and have a child placed in your home, it’s crucial to understand what it takes and why it can sometimes take longer to become a certified caregiver. As with most things in life, several factors influence how long it takes to become a foster care. In this article, we … Read more
Becoming a foster parent is an amazing thing to do. It allows you to help children in need and helps them heal faster once they reunite with their families. You will also be allowed to help children who need safe and stable homes. It could be challenging, but it can be an enriching experience. If … Read more