March 27, 20240 March 27, 202410 Tips for Fostering TeensHave you ever considered fostering a teenager? Maybe you have read all of the books and taken all of the classes but are left wondering which […]
March 15, 20230 March 15, 2023The Cool FactorFor those who have spent any amount of time working with teenagers, you know the importance of the cool factor…
August 20, 202081 August 20, 2020Empowering Advocacy in Your Foster HomeWe are born advocates. From the first time we cry, we are advocating for ourselves. From that point on we learn how to ask for help […]
December 10, 201918 December 10, 2019My Trick for Successfully Fostering Teens: Look for the GoldTeens are my favorite people because they are rowdy and sarcastic. My friends have often asked me how I handle their behavior. My answer is always […]
February 7, 20190 February 7, 2019Human Trafficking and Foster CareIn 2014, Monica was 16 and living in a specialized foster care placement for sexually abused girls. Through our Life Support program, Monica received a volunteer […]
February 19, 20160 February 19, 2016Why I Love My MentorYouth in foster care have special needs, as they can often feel their very identity is shattered. They live with families not their own and know […]