Part 1 of this 2-part series addressed the lack of foster homes available, the turnover among foster families, and the need for more frontline workers. The following will discuss poverty and mental health. Poverty Poverty has a detrimental effect on both children who are entering and those...
The foster system is in crisis. In every state, at every level, in almost every area, children are not receiving the care they need. These children deserve the opportunity to thrive, not just survive. They are in the welfare system through no fault of their...
When foster parents don’t get the help they need and deserve, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. We understand how it feels not to have the proper resources and training you need to raise your foster children. We also know how it feels as...