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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 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

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

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

When it comes to foster care, not all homes are suited for every child. 🏠 Discover why fostering teenagers requires a special kind of foster parent, and how platforms like Casebook PBC are empowering foster parents to meet these unique challenges head-on. #FosterCare #Teenagers #ChildWelfare #CasebookPBC https://hubs.li/Q02nD7Dd0

🌟 Today is National Foster Care Day! 🌟 Did you know that there are over 400,000 children in foster care in the United States alone? In North Carolina, there are thousands of children in need of loving homes, and in Mecklenburg County, that need hits close to home. Every child deserves stability, love, and support, and you can make a difference. Consider opening your heart and home to a child in need by becoming a foster parent. Together, we can create brighter futures and change lives. In my book, The Compassionate Companiom, I share critical insight from former and current foster and adoptive parents as well as adult children with lived experience, which helps you understand the “real deal” - what’s it really like to be a foster parent and what you can expect. You can get it on Amazon OR you can complete this form and get a free consultation with me to help you consider this huge step in one’s parenting journey, why it’s important AND what to expect. Click here: https://lnkd.in/eJmjPyic #NationalFosterCareDay #FosterCareAwareness #MakeADifference

Foster care news you need to know ⬇ 1. A $1M housing voucher program is expected to pay at least 70% of rent for 100 youth with foster care experience in Colorado. 2. Aging-out foster youth will soon be able to choose their families while keeping important foster care benefits due to new law in Kansas. 3. An additional $5M in funding has been approved for the Fostering Independence Program that will help pay for college for former foster youth in Minnesota. Have you heard other news impacting youth in foster care? Share below 👇 #FosterCareNews #FosterLove #FosterCare

"Are you or someone you know about to age out of foster care? Our Supervised Independent Living (SIL) Program is here to provide more than just a place to stay. We offer studio apartments, utilities, and personalized care plans that help young adults navigate the challenges of adulthood. Ready to build a strong foundation for your future? 💪 #SupervisedLiving #NewBeginnings #FosterCareSupport #IndependentLiving" Hashtags: #FosterCare #YoungAdults #SILProgram #MentorshipMatters #AgingOut

May is Foster Care Awareness Month, and being in foster care can be a traumatic experience for any child. You don’t have to be a foster parent, a CASA, or a volunteer to make a difference. Take a moment to find out how many kids are in care in your area and consider reaching out to a foster family to say thanks. Even just telling a friend or co-worker that you know how rough the situation can be for any child can make a difference. Let’s all be more aware and show our support for these children in need. #FosterCareAwarenessMonth #SupportFosterFamilies

Teens in foster care need guidance, love, and stability just as much as younger children. By fostering a teen, you’re offering them a chance to thrive and prepare for a successful future. Ready to make an impact? Become a foster parent today! Learn more about becoming a Foster Parent at hhch.org or email us at foster@hhch.org. #FosterCare #FosterFamily #FosterTeens #TeensNeedHomes #FosterForChange