By Lashaunda Lucas PhD, MSW, LCSW The journey for youth in foster care may include experiences marked by challenges and adversities that can leave imprints […]
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Read moreBuilding Resilient Resource Parents
By Barbara Young In resource parent pre-service training, we discuss Maslow’s Hierarchy of Need, which is a visual representation of basic human needs. As resource […]
Read moreNurturing Children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in Foster Care Through Understanding
by Laurel Powell, MS According to a recent study of 2016 Medicaid claims, nearly 10% of youth in foster care are found to have an […]
Read moreTalking Mental Health: Creating a Safe and Supportive Environment for Foster Parents
Being in foster care can evoke a range of complex emotions for children, each with unique experiences. These emotions can significantly impact their mental well-being, […]
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