A general overview of the Alaska state regulations and requirements for family foster homes.

May 23, 2008 - Crystal Killion

Children in foster care who endure repeated placements in foster homes are at emotional and developmental risk, and are less likely to form significant relationships.

Jun 1, 2009 - Janelle Ray

Child abuse happens in foster homes and it's mostly the system that fails children and their foster parents. Tighter restrictions are needed to protect children-in-care.

Apr 29, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

A general overview of the Arkansas state regulations and requirements for family foster homes.

Feb 23, 2008 - Crystal Killion

The adoption process, whether adopting a sibling group, or a single child, can be an emotional time. The time from home study to placement can be long and stressful.

Feb 4, 2010 - Jennifer Henderson

The foster care application package requires that a foster parent complete a number of forms, including financial information, police clearances and a medical report.

Jan 25, 2008 - Christy Swift

A general overview of the Alabama state regulations and requirements for family foster homes.

Feb 10, 2008 - Crystal Killion

A general overview of the Arizona state regulations and requirements for family foster homes.

Mar 16, 2008 - Crystal Killion

If you are interested in providing foster care in Kansas, here is a general overview of the state regulations and requirements for family foster homes.

Jan 8, 2008 - Crystal Killion

Students transitioning between homes may need extra support and understanding from their teachers. Here's how you can help.

Jan 18, 2011 - Susan Carney

Disrupting a foster care placement is often a difficult decision for the foster family to make - a decision that should be given careful consideration.

May 31, 2008 - Crystal Killion

According to the Child Welfare League of America, an estimated 20-25,000 youth age out of foster care each year, finding themselves with no stability or familial base.

Dec 15, 2008 - Janelle Ray

Lifebooks are effective tools for building self-esteem and helping them cope with their past and present circumstances. They also offer many more benefits as well.

Mar 8, 2008 - Crystal Killion

It can be difficult to know what to do, but there are several steps you can take to help a foster or adopted child deal with their mixed emotions this time of year.

Dec 3, 2007 - Crystal Killion

The holidays hold many emotions for foster children. Here are ideas for those days when they need something else to focus on to keep their minds and hands occupied.

Dec 10, 2007 - Crystal Killion

What is expected of foster parents? What about education and medical issues? In short, what does it take to be a successful foster parent?

Jun 5, 2010 - Robin Egerton

Many families who would like to adopt a child get frustrated with the cost of private or international adoption. Foster care adoption may be a solution for some parents.

Feb 6, 2010 - Laura Wilson

Child sexual abuse victims are in the foster care system to seek safety, yet once there many are sexually abused by those in positions of trust.

Oct 31, 2010 - Karen Stephenson

When time constraints prevent dog ownership, becoming a dog foster parent may offer a satisfactory alternative.

Mar 8, 2010 - Linda Hatton