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With #FosterCareMonth2024 officially in the books, it's the perfect opportunity to explore the Extension of Foster Care program! This initiative supports foster youth as they transition into adulthood, offering them the resources and guidance they need for a successful future. If you're a foster parent interested in learning more about how this program can benefit the young people in your care, click the link below for detailed information and resources. https://loom.ly/JmZOvBE

Providing love and guidance for youth is a worthwhile, rewarding endeavor. Consider becoming a Wheeler foster parent and help people like “Cheyanne,” 16, life warrior and future social worker. Cheyanne’s and other stories and photos on our website are not actual depictions of youth in foster care; however, they are meant to highlight the depth of the need. Read Cheyanne’s and other stories here:  https://lnkd.in/gv2MFDUK  #Foster #FosterAdopt #ThisIsFosterCare #FosterCare #FosterCareAdoption 

🚸✨ Did you know? Foster care students typically zigzag through 6 schools by graduation. All that change jolts their learning & well-being. 📚 The Every Student Succeeds Act aims to anchor them in one school system, yet it's applied patchily. 🚀 Discover how to champion foster care children's rights & bolster their education journey in my NEW, FREE guide: 📘 "Improving the Educational Outcomes of Children in Foster Care." Grab YOUR copy ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g9Xm2UBX Join the cause! Let's champion #supportstudentsinfostercare for their brightest futures. 🌟 #fostercareawareness #educationmatters #stabilitymatters

🚸✨ Did you know? Foster care students typically zigzag through 6 schools by graduation. All that change jolts their learning & well-being. 📚 The Every Student Succeeds Act aims to anchor them in one school system, yet it's applied patchily. 🚀 Discover how to champion foster care children's rights & bolster their education journey in my NEW, FREE guide: 📘 "Improving the Educational Outcomes of Children in Foster Care." Grab YOUR copy ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g9Xm2UBX Join the cause! Let's champion #supportstudentsinfostercare for their brightest futures. 🌟 #fostercareawareness #educationmatters #stabilitymatters

More than 30 percent of youth and families in our program are – or have been – involved in foster care. Our Friends work hard to make sure that youth in foster care – or youth at-risk of care - and their caregivers have their needs met. Friends average five contacts each month with caregivers and facilitate connection to concrete resources in times of need. 92% of caregivers in our program report that Friends connected them to resources that stabilized their families. #PutChildrenFirst #FosterOurFuture

How to Prepare Foster Kids for a Successful Return Home As a foster parent, it's crucial to prepare kids for a successful return home. Learn practical strategies to ensure they don't fall behind academically and thrive in their future. #FosterParenting #PreparingForReturnHome #AcademicSuccess #FosterCare #SupportingChildren #SuccessStories #ParentingTips #EmpoweringYouth #ThrivingFuture #FosterCommunity

We need foster parents who are willing and able to take teenagers! You could be an important part in transforming a child's future ❤️ Take the first step toward becoming a foster parent with our short form: https://buff.ly/3UpkoNY #WeBuildFamilies #FosterTeens

Thinking about becoming a foster parent? Let's debunk some common misconceptions about the process! 🚫Misconception: You need to own a home to foster. ❤️Reality: Renters can foster too! What's important is that youth are provided their own bedroom and a safe, nurturing environment. 🚫Misconception: Foster children are "problem" kids. ❤️Reality: Foster children come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. They're not "problem" kids but rather kids who need stability and support. 🚫Misconception: Fostering means saying goodbye. ❤️Reality: While most placements are temporary, the impact you make lasts a lifetime. Still have questions? Tap to learn more about becoming a foster parent! https://lnkd.in/gTT8_zEJ #BeTheDifference #MentalHealthTips #FamilyCareNetwork #SanLuisObispo #FamilySupportServices #FosterCareMonth #FosterCare #FosterParent

Thinking about becoming a foster parent? Let's debunk some common misconceptions about the process! 🚫Misconception: You need to own a home to foster. ❤️Reality: Renters can foster too! What's important is that youth are provided their own bedroom and a safe, nurturing environment. 🚫Misconception: Foster children are "problem" kids. ❤️Reality: Foster children come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. They're not "problem" kids but rather kids who need stability and support. 🚫Misconception: Fostering means saying goodbye. ❤️Reality: While most placements are temporary, the impact you make lasts a lifetime. Still have questions? Tap to learn more about becoming a foster parent! https://lnkd.in/gTT8_zEJ #BeTheDifference #MentalHealthTips #FamilyCareNetwork #SanLuisObispo #FamilySupportServices #FosterCareMonth #FosterCare #FosterParent

Today is #TrainingTuesday! This week's highlight is our on-demand course "How Loss Impacts Youth in Foster Care."  Foster youth often encounter unexplained loss of someone or something important that forces unwelcome change in their lives, leaving youth in a state of grieving.  This training explains characteristics of loss with clear examples and provides information about the communication skills needed to engage in open, positive communication to ensure your youth feel heard and supported!  To learn more or enroll in this training, click the link provided below: https://lnkd.in/gAfaAThB