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"Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption National Estate Planning Week is Oct. 21-27. Whether you are curious about including the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption in your will or simply want to know more about how to create a will, we are here to give you the information you need with our FREE Personal Estate Planning Kit. All in one place, you can plan how you will protect your loved ones, organize everything in one place and establish a legacy that helps children in foster care for years to come. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3BCIP2T"

May is National Foster Care Month! Here are some great tips from the Children's Bureau on engaging youth, building supports, and strengthening opportunities!

Fostering and the growth of Families Fostering is more than providing a temporary home for children in need; it's about creating a nurturing environment where both children and families can grow and thrive together. The Impact of Fostering on Families: - Strengthening Family Bonds: Fostering encourages families to come together, working as a team to provide a loving and supportive home for children. - Teaching Empathy and Compassion: Welcoming a foster child into your home teaches family members, especially children, the values of empathy, compassion, and understanding. - Building Lifelong Connections: Many foster families form lasting bonds with the children they care for, creating extended family networks that can last a lifetime. At Black Foster Carers Alliance, we are here to support you on your fostering journey. We offer comprehensive training, resources, and ongoing support to ensure that both you and the children in your care thrive. If you're ready to open your heart and home to a child in need, reach out to us today. Together, we can foster not only the growth of children but the growth of families, creating stronger, more compassionate communities. #fosteringgoals #fostercare #culturalcompetency

When children feel overwhelmed by big emotions, there are different ways you can help them to feel calm and reassured. As foster carers, you make a crucial difference with the support and care you provide to children 💜 Find out more about how you can make a difference to children's lives through fostering - https://bit.ly/3fB2CkL

C.S. Lewis once said, 'Children are not a distraction from more important work. They are the most important work.' In the realm of foster care, this sentiment couldn't be more true. Let's continue to prioritize our children (blood-related or not), recognizing that this work is not just important – it's essential. Learn more about us at the link below: https://lnkd.in/gUX2kSVC

We celebrate parents! Does that surprise you? Reunification is the most common, and, most desired permanency goal for children in foster care. Keeping families together is better for the children, whenever safely possible. It is the first and best option. Learn more about our focus on families at https://lnkd.in/euQDdEau

Consider becoming a foster parent and make a lasting impact in a young person or child's life. Together, we can make a difference. Get in touch with us today to start your fostering journey: https://lnkd.in/drkrekR

Thinking about making a life-changing difference in 2024? Consider fostering... Being a foster parent isn't just about providing a home; it's about offering hope, love, and a future to a child in need. Your compassion can shape a child's world and create a brighter tomorrow. Join us in making 2024 a year of positive change: https://lnkd.in/drkrekR

Focus, support, reform. Three powerful messages from The Fostering Network’s 2024 manifesto. Do you foster or work in social care? What would you do to: Focus on care experienced children. Support Foster Carers. Reform the system. #fostering #fostercareawareness #fostercare #youngpeoplematter #careexperienced #socialcare #socialwork

"It's going to take some time to get used to good." As a former foster youth and guardian, Danisha Keating, PhD., CTP shares a wealth of knowledge, encouragement, and perspective in this episode! Regardless of where you find yourself in the foster care community, this is a valuable conversation! Listen in here: https://lnkd.in/gwd_RzMk