Outstanding Caseworker: Mariela Arias
A licensing specialist in Miami talks about what makes a great foster parent and common misconceptions people have about fostering.
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.
“My life has been a roller coaster ride”
A 20-year-old foster care alum talks about how her family supported her success.
Because we could—and because we should
Justin and Marcie Cholewinski’s commitment to keeping siblings together led them to AdoptUSKids.
“When you turn around, what do you want to see?”
A father who saw what can happen when children age out of foster care talks about adopting five children—including four teens.
“Sometimes Plan B is better than Plan A”
Parents who hadn’t considered adoption step up when their son’s friend needs a family.
Outstanding Caseworker: Tamiko Jones-Moody
A South Carolina caseworker reflects on the rewards and successes of a 15-year career.