Creating Holiday Traditions With Foster Children in Your Care

Creating holiday traditions for foster youth
Creating holiday traditions for foster youth

Creating Holiday Traditions With Foster Children in Your Care

Children in foster care often have different holiday experiences than their peers as they are away from their homes, families and people they love. It can be hard for them to find meaning and joy during the holidays. As a foster parent, you might notice your foster child experiencing more challenges during this time of …

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Nearly 80 percent of children in foster care suffer from significant mental health issues

Mental Health Among Children in Foster Care

It’s not news that mental health among children in foster care is an area that’s ripe for improvement. The statistics are simply staggering. Of the 400,000-plus children in foster care in America, it’s estimated that nearly 80 percent suffer from a significant mental health issue. That’s nearly four to five times the incidence that’s found …

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