February is Dental Health Month, and it’s the perfect time to take an important step toward keeping your child’s smile healthy and bright! Take your kiddo to the dentist every 6 months for check-ups and cleanings. Regular dental visits help prevent cavities, identify potential issues early, and set your child up for a lifetime of healthyContinue reading “Dental Health Month”
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It’s Raining STEM!
In late 2024, the Alameda County Foster Parent Association (ACFPA) was delighted to receive the LLNS Community Gift Program award of $5,000 for purchase of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) toys for foster children and their families. The toys, ranging from building kits to interactive science experiments, were purchased by ACFPA with this grant with theContinue reading “It’s Raining STEM!”
Free Cell Phones
Did you know that a free cell phone is available to youth and non-minor dependents (NMDs) in foster care ages 13 to 21 years old? The phones are provided through the California LifeLine Foster Youth Program. Free phones and monthly service for foster youth include: NMDs, Child Welfare Workers (CWWs) or caregivers can complete the applicationContinue reading “Free Cell Phones”
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