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Expanding Hearts and Home: The Easley Family’s Story of Adoption and Parenthood

Two KVC employees discovered the joy of parenthood through adoption. Brett and Katie always dreamed of having a family of their own, and through adoption from foster care their home and hearts are full!

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4 State-Specific Factors That Affect a Child’s Wellbeing

child wellbeing

The new KIDS COUNT policy report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation describes what factors affect a child’s overall wellbeing.

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What Does KVC Stand For?

Answering this question gives us a chance to tell you both about our history and our future… where we’ve been, and where we’re going.

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What Blue Zones Teach Us About Strong Connections and Healthy Living

Photo of a woman enjoying the outdoor dinner party with her family and friends.

In the Blue Zones, people are living longer and healthier lives, and their social connections play a big role in this. Learn more about how connections nourish the soul and enrich our lives.

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Foster Parenting: Expectations vs. Reality

Foster Care

What are common expectations when starting foster care? And how does reality measure up? Learn what it’s really like to be a foster parent.

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New Thriving Magazine: Robin’s Inspiring Foster Care Success Story, KVC Missouri & Great Circle Become One & More

In KVC’s Thriving magazine, read inspiring stories about health, strengthening families, creating families, and the latest news and events.

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How Academic Stress and Digital Learning Impact Students’ Mental Health

As digital learning becomes more common, so does academic stress. Read on to find out how this can affect students’ mental health!

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How to Prevent Suicide Attempts From Over-the-Counter Medications

Prevent Suicide from OTC drugs

If you or someone in your care is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately. No parent wants to imagine their child is at risk of suicide. Nevertheless, all caregivers […]

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4 Ways Foster Parents Can Support Children in Foster Care Through the Holidays

Support Children in foster care at the holidays

Children in foster care may need extra support around the holidays. In this blog, learn four ways you can encourage kids in your care. 

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KVC Health Systems Celebrates National Adoption Month and Spotlights Need for Adoptive Families

National Adoption Day 2022

November is National Adoption Month, and KVC’s local teams have facilitated 5,783 children’s adoptions. Yet over 117,000 children nationally are still waiting for adoptive families.

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