One of the main questions to consider when fostering a child is age-range. Many stories about troubled teens and the challenges that come with hormones and mood swings, cause people to choose younger children. This leaves many preteens and teens in youth shelters or bouncing from home to home, without proper mentorship and love that … Read moreConsider Fostering a Teenager
We are so glad you are interested in becoming a foster parent! Whether you are just starting the process or have been researching the idea for a while now, we are happy to help you get started. There are so many kids who would benefit from your love, care, and devotion that are just waiting … Read moreBecoming a Foster Parent: The 5 Primary Requirements
Back to school can be an exciting time for kids! They get back into routine, they can share about what they did on their summer vacation and the fun trips they took. They get to model new clothes (at least the girls!) and hang out with their friends. But if you are a child in … Read moreBetween Families – August 2019
An Unstable Time Period As someone who experienced foster care, I can attest to its necessity for a child who lost their home. During this portion of the youth’s life, he or she is looking for a reason to have hope. Particularly, the child will be looking for a constant in an ever-changing world. Indeed, … Read moreYouth in Foster Care
Leave Fireworks to the Experts Summer is synonymous with barbecues, parades and fireworks. The National Safety Council advises everyone to enjoy fireworks at public displays conducted by professionals, and not to use any fireworks at home. They may be legal but they are not safe. If consumer fireworks are legal to buy where you live … Read moreBetween Families – July 2019
There are many families willing, and able to become foster parents in Nebraska and Oklahoma; the truth is many don’t know where to start. With this being the reality, many eligible foster parents prolong getting the valuable information needed to take the first steps to foster. This allows common myths about foster parenting to remain … Read moreTop Myths of Becoming a Foster Parent
So you are interested in becoming a foster parent, but now what? Choosing foster agencies is an important step that should not be taken lightly. Your foster agency will be the people who support you through this major life change, and you want to go into that decision with care and concern. Support When deciding … Read moreFoster Agencies: Choosing the Right One
Keep Kids Engaged This Summer! Finding ways to keep kids engaged in activities can sometimes seem like a challenge for parents and caregivers or financial restraints for summer care of children can deter parents from seeking out activities. On the flip side, some parents may find that they have overscheduled their children for the summer … Read moreBetween Families – June 2019
Once upon a time, there were three little girls whose mom loved them very much. It’s just too bad she loved meth more. On the days when their mom wasn’t strung out, things were very, very good and they flourished. They made it to school on time, had lunches packed for them, were greeted at … Read moreOnce Upon a Time…A Story About Three Sisters