The theme of this issue of Fostering Perspectives is “foster care as a support for families, not a substitute for parents.” Foster care is intended […]
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NC’s Child Welfare System: An Introduction for Kin Caregivers
Because the child welfare system is complex, it can be frustrating even for those who work in it. For kinship caregivers, who often find themselves […]
Read moreQuestions for New Kinship Caregivers to Ask
Questions to ask the child welfare worker about taking responsibility for the children: Who has legal custody of the children? What rights and responsibilities does […]
Read moreHow to Make Initial Placements Easier
by Rochelle Johnson • The initial placement of a child in our home is often an exciting time. For many of us, it is the […]
Read moreNavigating School Transitions
Children and youth in foster care sometimes have trouble with transitions at school, especially if they are switching schools due to a foster care placement. […]
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