“Never in my wildest dreams did I think I’d have six kids!” May 14, 2020 by AdoptUSKids · Published May 14, 2020 · Last modified June 11, 2020 From planning to adopt two brothers to adopting six children—and fostering more than 30.
How is COVID-19 affecting children in foster care? May 7, 2020 by AdoptUSKids · Published May 7, 2020 · Last modified June 5, 2020 As with many crises, this one is hitting vulnerable people the worst. And it’s possible that more children will be in need of safe, loving homes as we move toward a “new normal.”
May is National Foster Care Month! May 1, 2020 by AdoptUSKids · Published May 1, 2020 · Last modified May 8, 2020 Foster parents change lives—both children’s and their own.
7 tips for getting to know a teen you are fostering or adopting March 4, 2020 by Alternative Family Services · Published March 4, 2020 · Last modified March 20, 2020 Getting to know a teenager is a journey. Being thoughtful and considerate of their life experiences and needs when communicating with them is a great first step.
Outstanding Caseworker: Lori Nichols February 6, 2020 by AdoptUSKids · Published February 6, 2020 Flexibility, patience, and “being comfortable with being uncomfortable” are a few qualities of a successful foster parent, according to this veteran foster care recruiter.
6 tips for foster parents preparing for reunification December 11, 2019 by AdoptUSKids · Published December 11, 2019 · Last modified December 18, 2019 The majority of children in foster care are reunified with their birth family, and foster parents must support that outcome. In this post, we offer suggestions for smoothing the transition.
