by Selena Childs • Children and youth entering foster care in North Carolina are often placed with relatives. This arrangement is intended to be temporary, […]
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An American Indian Grandparent’s Perspective on Kinship Care
by Tonia Jacobs Deese • In many cultures, caring for the children of relatives is an honored practice that goes back thousands of years. For […]
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by Jeanne Preisler • My niece was born when I was 12. I remember whispering in her ear that I would always take care of […]
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Alexis (age 14) There is something that attracts others to be around this beautiful young lady. It may be her engaging personality or that stunning […]
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Skyon (age 7) Skyon is an energetic and helpful little boy who loves nurturing attention. He is described as funny, empathetic, and active. He loves […]
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