Céline Cannaert’s Post

When children in foster care are placed with relatives or close family friends, the impact can be profound. Familiar surroundings offer them emotional stability, forming a stronger foundation for their future success.    Kinship care ensures a child remains connected to their community and cultural roots, enhancing their overall sense of belonging and wellbeing.    Caregivers—whether kinship or otherwise—play an essential role in nurturing and supporting children. But sustaining that care requires looking after your own wellbeing too. This #NationalKinshipCareMonth, we celebrate your dedication to child wellbeing and offer resources to help you prioritize your self-care: https://bit.ly/4gFDtUT   #ChildWellbeing #KinshipCareMonth #KinshipCare 

Are you curious about starting the foster care journey? Join us for our free virtual class, Caring Connections: Foster Parenting 101. Our discussions will cover various introductory topics, including: • The essential requirements to become a foster parent • Advice on discussing fostering • Types of foster parenting • The next steps Join us and gather the information you need to decide to become a foster parent in Missouri! Join us at https://lnkd.in/gdzUcQXR #CMFCAACares #ForTheKids #Fosterparents

FOSTER FRIDAY As a foster parent, taking care of yourself is just as important as caring for the children in your home. A self-care jar is a simple yet powerful tool to remind you to prioritize your well-being. How to Create a Self-Care Jar: 1. Find a Jar: Any jar or container will do! 2. Write Self-Care Ideas: On slips of paper, write down different self-care activities. These can be as simple as taking a walk, reading a book, enjoying a warm bath, or even taking a few minutes to meditate. 3. Pull a Slip Daily: Each day, pull a slip from the jar and make time for that activity. Remember, you can't pour from an empty cup. Prioritizing self-care helps you stay strong and supportive for your foster children. 💪💖 Share your self-care ideas in the comments below! 👇 📲 call 855.830.5062 #FosterFriday #StrongerFamiliesTogether #SupportSDFosterCare #SouthDakotaFosterCare #FosterCareSD #SupportSDKids #SDKidsNeedYou #BeAFosterParent #ChangingLivesSD

"Safe: A Memoir of Fatherhood, Foster Care, and the Risks We Take for Family," by Mark Daley, a foster parent & founder of The Foster Parent. Daley's story provides valuable insights into the challenges & rewards of foster parenting. Listen to Mark discuss his book here: https://n.pr/3uHg95M #iAmiFoster #FosterCare #FosterParents

It's simple: Fear keeps most people from taking a teen into their home. It is also true that many foster parents will soften up their resistance once they have had a teen in their home as a respite, and a few will shift to having teen placements. After our 30 years in foster care recruitment, we believe that respite is one of the best strategies for increasing capacity that won’t cost you money. Dive deeper into this topic here: https://loom.ly/t0SsJS4

Are you curious about starting the foster care journey? Join us for our virtual class, Caring Connections: Foster Parenting 101. Our discussions will cover various introductory topics, including: • The essential requirements to become a foster parent • Advice on discussing fostering • Types of foster parenting • The next steps Join us and gather the information you need to decide to become a foster parent in Missouri! Sign up at https://lnkd.in/gdzUcQXR #CMFCAACares #ForTheKids #Fosterparents

Reflecting on Foster Care Appreciation Month and our recent Administrative Review Hearing, I'm reminded of the emotional challenges foster parents face. These reviews evaluate various aspects of a child's care, highlighting successes and areas for improvement, which can be intense and daunting. As foster parents, we invest deeply in our children's well-being, experiencing a range of emotions from anxiety to self-doubt. However, leaning on our faith provides comfort and resilience. Isaiah 41:10 reminds us of God's unwavering support during difficult times. Prayer becomes our tool for finding peace, wisdom, and strength amidst challenges. Trusting in God's plan helps us navigate the complexities of foster care, staying committed to making a positive impact. #FosterCareAwareness #FaithAndResilience

Now that we understand the reintegration process, let's explore the alternative care options available: Kinship Care: Family members provide care. Adoption: A permanent family placement. Guardianship: A legal appointment of a guardian. Foster Care: Temporary care provided by a foster family. Child-Headed Households: Children take on parental roles. Kafala: Islamic foster care system. These options ensure children grow in loving homes, form lifelong attachments, and receive personalized care. Which care option are you familiar with?

Our Foster Care Recruitment Specialist, Angela Smith, recently attended an inspiring dinner and presentation by Justin & Alexis Black, authors of the book Redefining Normal: How Two Foster Kids Beat the Odds and Discovered Healing, Happiness, and Love. The insightful discussion covered topics such as healthy relationships, understanding the needs of youth in foster care, and ways individuals, groups, and congregations of faith can support them. To learn more about their journey, visit redefiningnormal.com.

While many hope to Foster or Adopt infants, they represent merely a small portion of children in the Foster Care System. 💭 Often, these babies reunify with their Biological Families more quickly than other age groups, attributable to the primary goal of Foster Care being safe reunification. 💛 For this reason, when families look to Adopt infants, they may experience a more challenging process due to lengthier or extended waiting periods. 🙏 #LoftusVergariAndAssociates #LVA #Myths #FosterCareAwareness #AdoptionSupport