What is social media? Is your foster child on social media? Social media is defined as a form of electronic communication that allows users to create online communities where information, ideas, personal messages and other forms of content can be shared. Some of the more popular examples of this platform are: Facebook Instagram Snapchat Twitter […]
It’s all too easy to take your next meal for granted. Many of you may have already planned what you’re going to eat next, who you will be sharing it with and when it will be ready. But for many foster children, meals simply aren’t a given. Before being removed from their parents, some children […]
Explaining to your family and friends what foster care is and why you want to open your home to a child can be both challenging and intimidating. You’re never sure how open they’ll be to your plan, what kind of support they’ll offer or what “horror story” they’ll tell you from someone they know who […]
The day you saw the full extent of your daughter’s addiction was the day you decided your grandson needed to live with you so he could have a safe and stable childhood. That moment was likely filled with hardships you never imagined having to face. Since then, the challenges haven’t stopped. You’ve had to dig […]
You’re used to your granddaughter coming to spend a weekend with you every once in a while, but this time it’s entirely different – this time she is going to stay with you until a court decides your daughter’s fit to care for your granddaughter again. Kinship care may seem like it won’t be too […]
With the hustle and bustle of the school year coming to a close, you’ve probably started wondering what you’ll do now that your foster child’s day isn’t filled with school, practices and homework. The possibilities are endless and vary widely from one child to the next. After seeing all of the possible summer activities for […]
So you’ve got a letter from The Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P) regarding investigation findings and you want to understand what it’s about. If DCP&P has pursued an investigation into possible neglect or abuse, this letter will contain the findings of that investigation. This FAQ will help you to understand exactly what it […]
You’ve done everything they’ve asked – you’re up to speed on all the trainings, you’ve filled out all the forms, making sure to dot every last i and cross every last t. You’re prepared to be a foster parent, but what you weren’t prepared for was the wait. Now you’re wondering, “Will I ever get that call?” Or maybe […]