The Holidays can be a time of connection and joy, but they can also bring up complex emotions, including grief, sadness, and trauma. This is especially true for foster and adoptive kids. Below are some tips that can help you and the kids in your care have a more enjoyable holiday. Also, please take timeContinue reading “Tips for a Trauma Informed Holiday”
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November is National Adoption Month
On November 18th 2024, families gathered at the local courthouse to legalize and finalize the adoption process for their “forever families.” Happy Adoption Day to all of the families celebrating this important, life changing event. To celebrate National Adoption month, read a book about adoption, or a book recommended by children who have been adopted. Here are someContinue reading “November is National Adoption Month”
Students Rising Above Scholarship
In addition to ACFPA scholarships, there are many other scholarships available out there. You will find links to some of these scholarships at the bottom of our Scholarship page. Students Rising Above (SRA) is now accepting scholarships for High School Juniors graduating in Spring 2024. SRA empowers students facing systemic barriers to define and find successContinue reading “Students Rising Above Scholarship”
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