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What does permanency mean to me?

June 2, 2023

 by Jamerika Haynes-Lewis · Published June 2, 2023

Tyler Hunter Boards shares how being in the child welfare system impacted his life.

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Celebrate National Foster Care Month by lifting up youth mental health: 6 ideas to get you started

May 1, 2023

 by AdoptUSKids · Published May 1, 2023 · Last modified May 8, 2023

Every day, children across the country—including those in foster care—can suffer deeply from mental illnesses. Here’s how to help.

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Celebrate National Adoption Month by learning about teens in foster care!

November 10, 2022

 by AdoptUSKids · Published November 10, 2022

This year’s theme is “Small Steps Open Doors.”

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How foster parents can support reunification

June 24, 2022

 by AdoptUSKids · Published June 24, 2022 · Last modified August 9, 2022

Assess your ideas about birth families, be supportive during visits, and more.

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Creating an affirming home for LGBTQ+ youth as a foster or adoptive parent

June 14, 2022

 by AdoptUSKids · Published June 14, 2022 · Last modified December 13, 2022

According to some studies, almost 1 in 3 youth in foster care identify as LGBTQ+. Here are steps you can take to affirm your child.

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June is National Reunification Month!

June 7, 2022

 by AdoptUSKids · Published June 7, 2022

Reunification is the primary goal of foster care. Learn more about it with these resources.

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