By Ceara Corry Adolescence is a time of rapid physical and emotional growth. It is often marked by identity formation, increased independence, and interest in […]
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Kid’s Pages
Writing Contest In the most recent Fostering Perspectives writing contest we gave young people in foster care the following prompt: “Advocating for yourself means telling […]
Read moreThe Importance of Sibling Connections
By Lanitta Berry Connection is a deep bond that most can recognize and understand, no matter how different our cultures and belief systems are. For […]
Read moreHealth and Well-Being in Care: Why Holistic Support Matters for Foster Youth
By Alonya “Rocky” Jones My favorite question asked to me when I was young was, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” […]
Read moreAddressing Sexualized Behavior
By Nikki Croteau-Johnson Let’s be honest, parenting in today’s world is difficult. When we add in the fact that children and adolescents have 24-hour access […]
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