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Navigating the Storm: Understanding the Unique Challenges Teens Face in Foster Care

March 5, 2024 / Leave a Comment / Foster Teens / Kim / adoption, Child welfare, Foster care, Foster Child, foster children, Statistics, teens, Trauma-informed care Child abuse and neglect, Youth incarceration

Introduction The teenage years are a critical period filled with growth, discovery, and challenge. For teens in foster care, these […]

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Embracing the Dawn: A Journey of Healing and Growth in Foster Care

February 8, 2024 / Leave a Comment / Education / Kim / adoption, Child welfare, Foster care, Foster Child, foster children, Statistics, Supporting Safe and Stable Homes for Children, teens, Trauma-informed care Child abuse and neglect, Youth incarceration

Embracing the Dawn: A Journey of Healing and Growth in Foster Care. As we conclude this exploration of childhood trauma

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Behavioral and Emotional Manifestations in Children

February 3, 2024 / Leave a Comment / Education / Kim / adoption, Child welfare, Foster care, Foster Child, foster children, Statistics, Supporting Safe and Stable Homes for Children, teens, Trauma-informed care Child abuse and neglect, Youth incarceration

Behavioral and Emotional Manifestations in Children. Deciphering the Silent Cries: Understanding Trauma Through Behavior In the journey of fostering, recognizing

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The Significance of Preserving Foster Child’s Pictures: An Active Voice Perspective

January 16, 2024 / Leave a Comment / Education / SC Foster Parent / adoption, Child welfare, Foster Child, foster children, Statistics, Supporting Safe and Stable Homes for Children, teens, Trauma-informed care Child abuse and neglect, Youth incarceration

Let’s delve into the importance of preserving foster child’s pictures and how strategic use of keywords can amplify visibility and

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Educational Resources for Foster Teens in America: Bridging the Gap to Success

December 30, 2023 / Leave a Comment / Foster Teens / SC Foster Parent / Child welfare, Foster care, Foster Child, foster children, Statistics, Supporting Safe and Stable Homes for Children, teens, Trauma-informed care Child abuse and neglect

Educational Resources for Foster Teens in America: Bridging the Gap to Success. Education is a cornerstone of success and personal

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Support Programs for Teens in Foster Care in the USA: Navigating the Journey to Independence

December 27, 2023 / Leave a Comment / Foster Teens / SC Foster Parent / Child welfare, Foster care, Foster Child, Statistics, Supporting Safe and Stable Homes for Children, teens, Trauma-informed care Child abuse and neglect, Youth incarceration

Support programs in the USA cater to the unique challenges faced by teenagers in foster care, providing them with essential resources for success. From educational assistance to mental health services, housing support, and career development programs, these initiatives play a vital role in helping foster care teens navigate their path to independence and a brighter future.

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The Vital Role of Placement Stability in Foster Care Systems

November 13, 2023 / Leave a Comment / Need to know / SC Foster Parent / adoption, Child welfare, Foster care, Foster Child, foster children, Statistics, teens, Youth incarceration

Stability in foster care placements is of critical importance for children, offering psychological benefits and significantly reducing behavioral problems, according to a PolicyLab study. Enhanced strategies to achieve stability include a thorough initial matching process, supporting foster families, maintaining relationships with biological families, prioritizing sibling placements, and providing mental health support. The foster care system must therefore prioritize stable placements to promote overall growth and development in children.

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Addressing the Challenge of Unaccounted Youth in Foster Systems

November 12, 2023 / Leave a Comment / Need to know / SC Foster Parent / Child welfare, Foster care, Foster Child, foster children, Statistics, Supporting Safe and Stable Homes for Children, teens

The U.S. foster care system supports over 390,000 children from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, with a distressing issue being unreported cases of missing children. About 34,000 cases are unreported annually, with repeat disappearances being a significant concern. Racial disparities persist in the system, particularly in cases of missing children. In Georgia, cases of missing children possibly linked to human trafficking are alarmingly high. Improved reporting, attention to high-risk groups, enhanced support systems, and better training can potentially reduce this crisis.

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