For many foster children, school isn’t a pleasant environment. There are a variety of factors that go into their school day each week. For example, they could have moved schools recently, some of the other kids at school could be bullying them about their situation, or they could be so apathetic about their future that … Read more
Just like biological parents, most foster parents work outside the home. If you’re trying to figure out how to foster a child while you pursue your career, take a look at these suggestions that may help. Assess Your Workplace Culture It probably doesn’t come as any surprise that some companies are more family-friendly than others. … Read more
Have you ever considered being a positive part of the foster system? Is your heart for providing secure homes to foster children but you are not sure you can commit to full-time foster care? Consider being a respite care provider and you just might find out that is exactly where you belong. What Exactly is … Read more
Coming into a new home is always scary for a misplaced child. They are no longer in the home of their biological parents, and they are in dire need of stability in their life. As the child grows and develops, it’s essential that they receive love and support from the adults in their life, and … Read more
Never knowing the real history of a child can create a sense of helplessness when it comes to fostering them. Clearly, one of the greatest challenges for foster parents is to find a balance between comforting them and providing them with a safe and secure environment so they can feel that they belong. While it … Read more
Fear is a very real part of life. Most kids are afraid of one thing or another. For example, they can be scared of the dark or monsters under the bed. Indeed, it is a normal part of growing up. Foster children, however, are plagued by fears based on the reality of personal experience. Perhaps … Read more
When one thinks of foster care, it often gets a bad reputation. The term foster care can evoke different emotions and images across societal lines. Provide Services for Children One image that comes to mind is social workers separating children from their families. Another image the term it may convey is picture of children feeling … Read more