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PAT Dogs in hospitals bring, sometimes, an unexpected change into a person's day. Their impact is immediate and more often than not long lasting even after they are gone. Could your dog be a PAT Dog? More info here https://lnkd.in/ddy9JGux #PetsAsTherapy #PATDogs #DogsInHospitals #HumanAnimalBond #Volunteering #EnrichingLives #PAT #MentalHealth #NHS #VolunteeringMatters #SocialImpact

"Equipping communities to mobilize their unique strengths — whether in providing stable housing, emotional support, or advocacy — can transform local ecosystems into places of true belonging, where fewer children and families are unseen or unsupported." Amen and may it be! So grateful for these bold insights from Andy Crouch, Charlotte Tchividjian, and other friends who contributed to the Praxis redemptive thesis on foster care. Shifting prevailing mental models and narratives around this issue will be key to the kind of system change that is so urgently needed. At Flourish Fund, we were honored to contribute to this thesis and even more excited about the opportunity to advance a large-scale strategy for investing in local ecosystems of care, anchored by faith communities, that can meet the relational, physical, and spiritual needs of vulnerable kids and families. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/da-A8vP3

Safe and supportive environments for volunteers go beyond work, health & safety. It extends to cultural safety for all. Get a better understanding of what this means for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Check out this resource to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gGiQhdwm #SAvolunteer #VolunteeringNT #volunteering #VolunteerManager

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📢 There's still time to apply to become a Befriender at First Steps ED! If you’re interested in becoming a Befriender and providing support to lives impacted by eating disorders, fill out our application form today https://lnkd.in/ek9MrrqD #Befriending #Volunteering #EDSupport

📢 There's still time to apply to become a Befriender at First Steps ED! If you’re interested in becoming a Befriender and providing support to lives impacted by eating disorders, fill out our application form today https://lnkd.in/ek9MrrqD #Befriending #Volunteering #EDSupport

Another National Foster Care Month is now in the rearview mirror. So many individuals and organizations shared about the need for more foster homes, yet very few talked about how the system we're fostering needs a complete overhaul. The current child welfare system disproportionately removes children, especially children of color, from their families. This can have devastating long-term effects. There's a better way. If you want to be part of a movement that doesn’t seek to tweak or reform the current system but instead looks to promote a radical shift that prioritizes family preservation and community support, we invite your to follow our account and subscribe to our monthly newsletter. Let’s stop looking in the rearview mirror. Let’s look at what we can build TOGETHER for our future. Let’s UnSystem the System! #FosterCare #Reform #UnSystem

Are you thinking about becoming a foster carer? FosterTalk's latest blog, "Things to Know When Completing a Fostering Assessment," is here to guide you through the process! This insightful piece covers everything from preparing your home to understanding the assessment criteria. Whether you're just starting or deep into your fostering journey, these tips will help you navigate the assessment with confidence. Check out the blog now and get one step closer to making a positive impact on a child's life. 👉 Read the full blog: https://lnkd.in/dTAZsBjb #FosterCare #Fostering #FosterTalk #Support #Community #ChildWelfare #Family #MakeADifference

Social work is integral to Voices for Children and our mission. Social workers play a vital role in providing critical support to children living in foster care and our Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers. Social workers have expertise in assessing and addressing the needs of children and families. They may guide a CASA in understanding the child's history, needs, and strengths. Social workers can also assist with identifying resources and services that may be helpful to the child and their family, such as counseling, medical care, or educational support. They can help facilitate communication and collaboration between the various parties involved in the child welfare system, including the CASA, the child's family, the courts, and other professionals. Ultimately, the partnership between social workers and CASA volunteers can be a powerful force for positive change in the lives of children in foster care. We appreciate all social workers' important role in the child welfare system and commend their efforts to help individuals, families, and communities. #socialworkday #communitybuilding #advocacy #empathyinaction #strengthinunity #courtappointedspecialadvocates #fostercare #childwelfare #socialwork #socialworkersrock #socialworkmonth #volunteer #becomeacasa #community #giveback #dogood #makeadifference #helpothers

What can you do to help others let their light shine bright? 🔆 #MotivationalMonday #CASA #casarivervalley #ChangeAChildsStory #VolunteerIllinois #VolunteerWillCounty #VolunteerGrundyCounty #Volunteer #CourtAppointedSpecialAdvocates #AdvocateForChildren #VolunteersMakeADifference #FosterCare #ChildAdvocate