Outstanding Caseworker: Oneida Petrino
A Colorado caseworker shares what she enjoys about working with families in a small town.
AdoptUSKids
AdoptUSKids authors include experts in child welfare, communications, evaluation, and/or technology from across the United States. Together, they drive the AdoptUSKids project, as it supports foster and adoptive families, raises awareness about the nationwide need for more of these families, and provides resources to child welfare systems and professionals.
“We did not have a plan. Our hearts were wide open.”
A mother who had given up on becoming a parent talks about the path to adopting four children.
“If you can provide a safe, happy home, the door is wide open.”
Parents of three adopted children talk about teens and making room for the unexpected.
When “someday” comes early
A church presentation set a Georgia woman down a path to adopting four siblings.
Instant Family based on director’s experience
Daddy’s Home director shares his family’s adoption story.
Outstanding Caseworker: Tracy Steele
Tracy talked with us about her work and why she loves it.