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When starting the adoption process, it can be easy to get caught up in the logistics and planning: paperwork, background checks, home visits, training requirements, and a variety of other [...]

The holiday season is a time of joy, wonder, and family traditions. For many, it’s a season filled with excitement and anticipation. However, for children in foster care, adoptive homes, [...]

In recognition of Native American Heritage Month, the Coalition invites you to check out newly added titles available through our resource library. Some of the new materials include: A Child of [...]

November is National Adoption Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about adoption and bringing attention to the need for adoptive families for teens currently in foster care. According to [...]

We sometimes spend life wondering what could have been. What would my life have been like if I hadn’t had that fight with my sister that led to her disappearing from my life? What would it be [...]

For children and youth in foster care, multiple moves or placement disruptions can have a devastating impact. Each move can exacerbate trauma and behavioral issues—increasing feelings of [...]

Launching into adulthood is a significant milestone for all young people. Yet, it can be particularly challenging for those who have experienced trauma and spent time in out-of-home care. As [...]

From September 15 to October 15, the United States celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, a time to honor the rich history, diverse cultures, and significant achievements of Hispanic and Latino/a [...]

Many relative caregivers’ stories begin the same way—a phone call asking if they would be willing to care for and support a child in their extended family who is in need. That phone call may have [...]

As parents and caregivers of children with trauma histories, you are at an increased risk of experiencing compassion fatigue. Compassion fatigue is stress that results from exposure to [...]