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How does the foster care system impact youth and families? How can faith communities engage and support those involved in foster care? Join us next Thursday, September 26, for "In Perspective: Engaging the World through Foster Care." We'll hear from experienced leaders and caregivers about the challenges and opportunities in foster care and learn how the Church can embody Christ’s love in supporting foster children and their families. Register at the link in the comments. #densem #seminary #fostercare #panel #fostercaresupport #faithandfostercare

Care Management services and collaborative work with providers/practices & Child Welfare staff is so important for achieving comprehensive care for children & youth in foster care.

In Honor of National Foster Care Month, we would like to spotlight our Extended Foster Care Unit: Extended foster care under AB12 provides an array of resources for non-minor dependents or extended foster care youth between the ages of 18 and 21 who would otherwise age out of services without any further assistance. Probation officers who supervise these youth provide more than just case management and supervision. The goal of AB 12 is to ensure youth leave foster care with the practical skills to achieve their potential and succeed in life. The initiative focuses on providing a safety net of financial assistance, services and ongoing support to these young adults as they age out of foster care. #engagingyouth #BuildingSupport #strengtheningopportunities #fosteryouth #SupportingPositiveChange

We often share ways how you can get involved if you aren't a foster parent, but as National Foster Care Awareness Month comes to an end, we want to share this reality: Our country is desperate for more foster parents. You can get down to the nitty-gritty, giving details and specifics for every county in the state and every state in the country, but this truth remains the same: How many children are experiencing foster care? Too many. How many open foster homes are there? Not enough. The stories aren't fiction-- children are sleeping in DCFS offices because state workers can't find an open bed. Kids are being placed into group homes rather than being invited into family settings. Siblings are being separated. It's true that not everyone can be a foster parent... But it's also true that many people can. #fosterthefamily #fosterthefamilyus #thisisfostercare #fostercare #NFCM #fostercareawareness #fosterparent #fosterfamily #everyonecandosomething

Foster care news you need to know ⬇ 1. Before Merwin, many college-based foster care support programs (such as Guardian Scholars) ended services at 24 or 26 years old. Now, there is no cap in the CSU system. 2. The Parental Child Safety Placement Program in Virginia aims to prioritize placing at-risk or foster care children with family members, providing a framework for social services and support to ensure better homes and outcomes. 3. Indiana is increasing financial support for adopters and guardians of foster care children, ensuring they receive 100% of the financial assistance previously allocated during the child's time in foster care. Have you heard other news impacting youth in foster care? Share below 👇 #FosterCareNews #FosterLove #FosterCare

The foster care system can be difficult to navigate for both the children and foster parents involved. Many children raised within the system face internal struggles as they try to find stability, love and acceptance. If you were a foster child who had to move from home to home, it can be hard to feel secure. You may struggle with feelings of abandonment, low self-esteem and trust issues. The system needs improvement to better support these vulnerable youth. Let's raise awareness of the challenges foster youth endure. #fostercare #fosteryouth #fostercarematters

Nytt papper ute i Child & Family Social Work: Factors Associated With Stability for Children in Family Foster Care: A Study of Case Files in Six Municipalities in Sweden. https://lnkd.in/ds2XyYiH

Today is the last day of National Foster Care Awareness Month! This month is dedicated to recognizing the children who are living in foster care, the foster parents who care for them, and the staff who facilitate foster/adoption services. However, we hope that you are supportive of those involved in foster care year-round! Interested in getting involved as a foster parent? Read stories from our foster families and FAQs about foster care at https://lnkd.in/ed4PMDdF #FosterFriday #FosterCare #FosterCareAwarenessMonth

"Taken into Foster Care: Through the Eyes of a Child Foster care is a complex subject, and there are many misconceptions about the system and the youth who experience it. Whether you're a foster parent, a social worker, or someone curious about the system, our "Read, Watch, Listen" page provides valuable insights and answers to your questions. We're committed to dispelling myths and providing clarity, so everyone can better support foster youth and their families. Check out the video below and you can find more resources like it on our National Foster Care Month Page (buff.ly/4bmG7Me). Let us know what you've learned!

Let's talk foster care realities: there's a widespread misconception that it's an easy path to adoption, but the truth is far more nuanced. Foster care is primarily about providing temporary care and support to children while their families work through challenges with the ultimate goal of reunification. Adoption may happen in some cases, but it's not the primary objective. 🏡 It's essential to understand that foster care is a complex system designed to prioritize the best interests of the child, aiming to keep them connected with their biological families whenever safe and feasible. So, let's dispel the myths and recognize the importance of supporting families and children in their journey toward stability and reunification. 💕 #FosterCareAwareness #SupportFamilies