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Families Share Why They Love to Foster Teens

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Meet two families who are making a difference for teens in foster care, and learn why the need to foster teens is so great.

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Be Inspired by These 20 Foster Care, Adoption and Children’s Mental Health Success Stories

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Two out of every three people have experienced childhood adversity. Read these winning stories of overcoming difficult experiences and finding hope and joy.

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Why Is Self-Care Especially Important For Foster Parents?

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Foster parenting is as hard as it is rewarding. While you’re caring for the kids in your home, it’s important to take care of yourself too. Read this blog to learn more about self-care!

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What to Expect When a Child Discharges From a Children’s Psychiatric Hospital

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Read this article to understand how you can continue helping a child after they discharge from a children’s psychiatric hospital.

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How to Support Children’s Mental Health During the Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic

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The COVID-19 pandemic can be an immense source of stress and fear in children and teens, just like with adults. While you can’t change COVID-19, you can create a positive […]

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Why Youth in Foster Care Are Vulnerable to Human Trafficking and How Caregivers Can Protect Them

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The sad reality is that there is a link between the foster care system and human trafficking. Any advocate of children, especially foster parents, need to be aware of the ways children in foster care are more susceptible to being trafficked.

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Foster Parent Training Resources that Help Families Flourish

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KVC provides foster parent training, resources and ongoing support to ensure success for foster parents and the children in their care.

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3 Levels of Behavioral and Mental Health Treatment for Children and Teens

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Learn about the types of mental health treatment for children and teens that can put your child on the path to mental health wellness.

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New KVC Thriving Magazine: Special 50th Anniversary Issue Celebrates Helping Over 300,000 People

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In this 50th Anniversary issue of Thriving, KVC Health Systems commemorates 50 years of heart-centered service to children and families.

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How Long Does it Take to Become a Foster Parent?

How long does it take to become a foster parent

Interested in fostering children? Learn how long it typically takes to become a foster parent and what you can do to speed up the process.

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