Thank you for being a child welfare worker! September 11, 2023 by AdoptUSKids · Published September 11, 2023 · Last modified September 12, 2023 You make a difference in the lives of children and families. It’s a big job, and AdoptUSKids is here to help you.
How can we reduce congregate care placements? Lessons from South Carolina July 12, 2023 by Jamerika Haynes-Lewis · Published July 12, 2023 · Last modified July 13, 2023 In 2019, over 51% of teens in South Carolina’s foster care system lived in congregate care, also known as group homes. Two years later, there had been a 15% decrease in congregate care placements.
Bridges across borders July 3, 2023 by AdoptUSKids · Published July 3, 2023 · Last modified July 7, 2023 International Social Service connects families around the globe.
How do we start preventing adoption and guardianship disruption? May 9, 2023 by AdoptUSKids · Published May 9, 2023 Many youth have trauma that is compounded when “permanent” families turn out to not be so permanent after all. Here are strategies to address this problem.
5 tips for honoring National Foster Care Month this year May 1, 2023 by AdoptUSKids · Published May 1, 2023 · Last modified May 19, 2023 This year’s theme is “Strengthening Minds. Uplifting Families.” The spotlight is on mental health.
AdoptUSKids welcomes Melinda Kline as national project director April 10, 2023 by AdoptUSKids · Published April 10, 2023 · Last modified April 5, 2023 Melinda Kline brings vast knowledge as a child welfare professional spanning over 30 years of experience.
