Caring for Children with Incarcerated Parents
The U.S. has just 5 percent of the world’s population but 25 percent of its incarcerated population. The alarming rate of incarceration in
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Caring For Foster Children
National Foster Care Month: Recognizing Great Contributions and Bringing Awareness
Too often, we hear stories of children who fall victim to abuse or neglect. In the United States alone, there is an estimated
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What Famous Film Or TV Foster Mom Are You?
What Famous Film Or TV Foster Mom Are You? Every foster mom has a different parenting style. Some are open and lenient on
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I Have a Dream for Foster Parents & Children
In 1963, the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. addressed the nation in what is considered a defining moment of the Civil Rights
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A Foster Child’s Pathway Through the System in NJ
A foster child’s pathway through the system in NJ can take many different routes. Some may enter and exit the system quickly and
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Why Become Foster Parents? A Couple’s Guide
More than half of foster children in New Jersey are adopted into families whose head of household is a committed couple. For those
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month: The Hidden Victims
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and while the profile of these types of crimes is at an all-time high, people often forget
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Baby Safety Month – Tips to Keep Your Foster Child Safe
Did you know that September is National Baby Safety Month? Of course, you should focus on safety all year round, but September is
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What To Expect In The Foster Home Inspection Process
You’ve talked it over with your loved ones and you’ve finally decided to do it. You want to become a foster, adoptive or
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How to be a Good Foster Parent: Five Qualities of Successful Foster Parents
Just as there is no one right way to be a good parent, there is no simple recipe for how to be a
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