COLUMN: Dog poop back in vogue May 21, 2009
Its foster parents are desperately hoping to return the cuddly beast to its rightful owner(s), as it appears to be wide-eyed and homesick. Please call 781-631-5818 if you are bear-less and anxious to get your pal back. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
A 5-year-olg girl with disabilities needs a family May 19, 2009
Her foster parents mix a special formula of oatmeal, baby food and PediaSure to feed her. Molly requires repeated doctors' visits. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Safe Families For Children In Need May 19, 2009
They were taken in by volunteer foster parents through the Safe Families For Children Program. (CBS). (CBS News)
Thanks for the help May 19, 2009
In the Mat-Su we celebrate Resource Family Appreciation and include licensed foster parents, relatives and adoptive parents caring for children who were removed from their birth homes due to abuse and neglect. The Alaska Center for Resource Families and the Office of Children s Services recognized our resource families at the annual picnic last Saturday and had a wonderful time thanks to the generous in-kind and cash donations from. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Foster parents share ideas May 18, 2009
POCATELLO -- Kenn Burnham reminds foster parents that children from different ethnic backgrounds need to remain involved with their culture. Burnham, who trains adults to become licensed foster parents, said diversity was one of the many topics covered during the seventh annual Idaho Resource Family Conference at the Holiday Inn ... Burnham, who will also be teaching social work classes at Idaho State University next year, said the annual conference allows foster parents to be updated about new... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Mom of Oregon novelist Ken Kesey shares memories May 17, 2009
Local foster parents have been invited to come and tell their stories, as well as street kids and students from the Northwest Youth Corps and the Village School. People often begin interviews feeling a little nervous, but usually settle down and get into the experience after the first five minutes, Henry-Lester said. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
WCCCD Partners with The Child Care Coordinating Council of Detroit/Wayne County (4C) to Host Tools to Better Navigate Resources for Children in 2009 Workshop May 15, 2009
Foster Parents and Future Foster Parents. Youth Aging Out of Foster Care. (PR Newswire)
Fun-loving teacher May 14, 2009
Ironically, it was his foster parents restrictions against practising the teachings of the Buddha that drove him to leave home. It was also probably what sparked Rinpoches life-long holy journey in bringing over 2,500 years of the Dharma to the modern spiritual seeker. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Sheriff: Impossible to know exactly when LeRoy boys were killed May 14, 2009
mrsrocko19 wrote on May 13, 2009 2:13 PM:" @lilmommy575Did you forget to read about his supervised visits being terminated? Yes for passing messages thru the boys to their mother violating his restraining order several times..I would put money on the fact the judge knew all about it and that alone should have been enough to know these kids were a pawn against amy.I also feel if this man was ever physical towards amy in front of them. That alone is enough for children to be removed from their... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Choosing Adoption Themed Movies for... May 14, 2009
When watching an adoption movie with kids, adoptive and foster parents need to be aware of difficult themes, negative stereotypes and prepare for questions ... For adoptive and foster parents, adoption themed movies can be a natural segue to conversations unique to adopted and fostered kids ... It is a good idea for adoptive or foster parents to watch an adoption themed movie beforehand to deem its appropriateness for the child. (Suite101.com)
NGO organises forum on "girl abuse" in Tamale May 12, 2009
Mr Cudjo highlighted on the programmes of his outfit and how it intends to carry out the project and challenged the media and gender advocates to join in the crusade "to save the girls from the ordeals they go through. He advised parents not to give out their children to foster parents, since such children sometimes go through "hell" with some of them not being able to go to school. Mr Cudio said to curb these unfortunate situations, the media must be committed to carrying news on child abuse... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Warning over NI fostering crisis May 11, 2009
Foster parents are not generally entitled to state benefits for children. Northern Ireland faces a fostering crisis if younger people do not take children into their care, a report has said. (BBC News -- UK)
Fostering love on Mother’s Day May 11, 2009
Antonucci and her husband, Steve, are foster parents with the state Department of Children and Families, which oversees placement of children into temporary homes ... Antonucci said she and her husband became foster parents about two years ago, when they decided they wanted an active role in helping children ... Foster parents who care for children with special needs get $50 per week, regardless of age. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Foster parents get a little TLC at event May 11, 2009
The event included testimonials from foster parents and foster youth, a musical performance by Na Hoku Hanohano Award winner Kawika Kahiapo, activity booths and information stations. The celebration was presented as part of a series of events marking National Foster Care Month. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Warning on 'ageing' foster carers May 11, 2009
The average age of foster parents has risen since 2000. Two thirds of people who foster children are near retirement age, which could leave Wales short of carers in the near future, a charity has warned. (BBC News -- UK)
Winners, Losers Of 2009 Session May 3, 2009
Give adoptive and foster parents access to state records of the children under their care and let officials release abuse reports if they remove information that would identify the victims. TAXES. (News4Jax.com, FL)
In hard times, you can give time instead of money May 3, 2009
Foster parents can provide medical and dietary care, time, and effort, while food, medicine, and all other materials come from the MSPCA.. "It's a tremendous service," said MSPCA spokesman Brian Adams. (Boston Globe)
Jeffrey Marrujo May 2, 2009
He is survived by his foster parents, Carolyn Meeks and Espen and Kami Jensen; brother, Larry DeFehr; and sister, Pam DeFehr. Services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at English Oaks Seventh Day Adventist Church. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
NEW ON DVD: Two weddings and a furor May 1, 2009
"Hotel for Dogs": A recently orphaned brother and sister have learned how to cope with lousy foster parents and a sometimes cruel world. In an effort to maintain normalcy, they find a way to keep the family dog. (Florida Today)
WERZ 107.1's "Ralphie and Suzanne" laid off May 1, 2009
Long time foster parents, he and his wife LeighAnn recently adopted the two children who were in their care, turning a family of five to afamily of seven. . (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Man saved from multiple heart attacks is still in critical care Apr 28, 2009
" Neal Arnold, the IT and maintenance supervisor at the Diocese of Juneau, and his wife, a grandmother to four and retired Alaska Airlines representative, are 20-year Juneau residents and registered foster parents. According to Rhodina Arnold, they were actually both scheduled for Jury Duty the day of the incident. "We'll probably get a subpoena to go to court," she said jokingly. Somehow, after hearing her description of that morning, one would guess the couple would be excused. That morning,... (Juneau Empire)
People on the Move for Sunday, April 26, 2009 Apr 28, 2009
As administrative coordinator, Anela s duties already include a myriad of Human Resource tasks, coordination of various program pieces, along with supervision of some of our Therapeutic Foster Parents, otherwise known as our Professional Parents. To add the direct service duties needed to get our new program up and running, Anela is also caring for four youth as their temporary foster parent in the new Group Foster Home. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Season's first condor born at Oregon zoo Apr 19, 2009
PORTLAND Last week the season's first teacup-sized white condor chick pecked its way out of a gray-green egg, and its attentive foster parents have scarcely left the little one's side ... Earlier this year the foster parents laid an infertile egg and were none the wiser when the eggs were switched. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Condor chick doing well after hatching at zoo Apr 18, 2009
Early this week, the season's first teacup-sized, downy white condor chick pecked its way out of a gray-green egg, and its attentive foster parents have scarcely left the little one's side ... On Sunday, keepers moved the egg from the incubator into another pair's nest box; the foster parents are known as Squapuni, the female, and No. 189, the male. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Half of foster payments 'too low' Apr 16, 2009
Foster parents are not generally entitled to state benefits for children. Half of the foster carers across Wales are being left out of pocket because they are not receiving the recommended expenses rate, a charity has said. (BBC News -- UK)
Sparrows turn garage into temporary home Apr 15, 2009
The Sparrows are foster parents, usually taking in children with special needs. The new house will give them the room they need. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
CASA Selling Yellow Ribbons Apr 15, 2009
The advocates interact with everyone concerning the child from parents, teachers, foster parents and even the child to learn the child s needs. The advocate then goes to court and makes independent recommendations to the judge about what is in the best interest of the child. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Health in brief Apr 11, 2009
Foster parents needed ... Foster parents are urgently needed in North Shore communities. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Richard Cosby - 1934 - 2009 Apr 9, 2009
He was the son of Corwin and Madge Cosby and was raised by his foster parents, Winifred and George Matthews of Danville ... He was preceded in death by his parents, foster parents, one brother and one sister. (Kalona News, IA)
West Roxbury and Roslindale community notes Apr 9, 2009
The group also welcomes adopted individuals, birth parents, foster parents and all those with a connection to adoption. The Roslindale group meets at the Roslindale Congregational Church, 25 Cummins Highway, Roslindale, from 7-8:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of every month. (Rsolindale Parkway Transcript, MA)
Changing face of newspapers Apr 8, 2009
The lead story was about foster parents Jeff and Jenny Bramley who went missing with two little girls in their care after a row with social services ... The story about foster parents Jeff and Jenny Bramley was on page two, probably being of great interest to the paper's large readership among social workers. (BBC News -- Technology)
Oregon to pay $2 million in abuse case Apr 6, 2009
The Oregon Department of Human Services has agreed to pay 2 million for the future care of twins allegedly abused by their foster parents to the point that they will need care for the rest of their lives. According to a 2007 federal lawsuit, Kaylie and Jordan Collins were kept in cribs covered with chicken wire secured by duct tape in a darkened bedroom known as "the dungeon.". (Longview Daily News, WA)
‘For the love of the animals' Apr 5, 2009
The Ionia County Animal Shelter worked in conjunction with Safe Haven Humane Society to find temporary foster parents for animals for two reasons. The first, of course, is there isn't enough room at the shelter to house the sheer number of animals awaiting potential adoption. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Editorial: All for health and safety Apr 4, 2009
Their advice to the public included watching out for signs of child abuse and reporting it, volunteering as foster parents, and helping organizations that support families. That sort of response, inadequate as it seems, will have to do because we can do nothing else. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
‘Calling back the Spirit - taking care of our Children’ - Children, traditions to be topic at event in Fort Totten Apr 4, 2009
But, she added, even those who aren t interested in becoming foster parents should appreciate the program. The general public is invited to learn more about the culture and the traditions in child raising, she said. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
Washington County man accused of hurting baby Apr 4, 2009
We were unable to have biological children so we became foster parents. We have since adopted 3 of our foster children and one child privately. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Adoption Begins For Abandoned Baby Apr 3, 2009
Since a resident found the baby behind his southwest Houston apartment complex, she has been living temporarily with foster parents. Representatives with Child Protective Services said they received several calls from those interested in adopting the newborn nicknamed "Baby Mia.". (Click2Houston, TX)
NH sued over foster family placement Apr 3, 2009
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) -- A federal lawsuit accuses New Hampshire officials of violating the constitutional rights of a Hindu family by placing three siblings with foster parents who actively discouraged religious beliefs. The suit accuses the state Division of Children Youth and Families of ignoring the problem, then claiming they had no better options available. (Concord Monitor)
Adoption aid? Apr 1, 2009
She should spend her money supporting foster parents in Malawi or move there herself and open an orphanage. Pete, London. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Foster system magic: Buena show honors Court Appointed Special Advocates Mar 30, 2009
SIERRA VISTA Sounds of laughter filled the Buena Performing Arts Center on Sunday night as hundreds of children, their parents and foster parents were entertained by magician Lanny Kibbey. Kibbey, from Houston, and his assistant Christina Malone, from Nashville, were in town to help the fundraising cause of the board of Court Appointed Special Advocates, better known as CASA.. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Money available to help caregivers of seniors Mar 29, 2009
A PCA can also be a family member with the exceptions of spouse, legal guardian, surrogate, and parent of a minor, including adoptive and foster parents. The PCA must be legally eligible for employment in Massachusetts and is paid $11. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Foster parents needed Mar 29, 2009
The purpose of this informational session is to provide information on various foster care services and to provide answers to any questions related to the process of becoming a licensed foster parent in the state of Pennsylvania (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Newspapers look out for the most vulnerable Mar 28, 2009
He was placed with a maternal aunt and then in the home of Omaha tribal foster parents Carlos and Tisha Vega in South Sioux City. In July 2006, authorities say Nathaniel was bit in the face by a dog while living with the Vegas. (Sioux City Journal)
Letter: Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminarys community contributions Mar 26, 2009
They gave their time as coaches, Scoutmasters, Big Brother/Big Sister mentors, foster parents, counselors and much more. These volunteer hours were gleaned from a survey completed by 51 percent of our faculty and staff, and 28 percent of students. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Local briefs: Wednesday, March 25, 2009 Mar 26, 2009
Three minor children and their foster parents are raising money for legal fees in an attempt to keep the children in the city as opposed to returning to their biological mother, said Chippewa Falls Police Lt. John Liddell. The parents had sought permission from the city and were told what they could and could not do to raise money. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Arizona's high court bans school vouchers Mar 26, 2009
Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer called the ruling "heartbreaking" and vowed to work with the Legislature to find a constitutional way to help foster parents and parents with disabled children afford private- and religious-school tuition. Tom Horne, state superintendent of public instruction, said the decision hurts Arizona's reputation as a leader in the school-choice reform movement. (AZCentral -- News)
The Junior League of Orange County Hosts a Spring Celebration of Kinship Families Mar 26, 2009
The event is designed to offer relative foster parents, caregivers and children a morning of fun-filled activities and a chance to connect with others who are sharing the kinship foster family experience. Approximately 4,000 youngsters in Orange County are currently being cared for through the foster care system. (Primezone Releases)
Women of Excellence winners named Mar 25, 2009
She and her husband have been foster parents and allow young campaign workers to live in their home during presidential elections. Women Striving to Improve the Quality of Life. (Sioux City Journal)
The roots of violence Mar 25, 2009
Sadly, as a former foster parent, I have seen far too many cases of children who don't even know their birth parents being returned to the homes of people who are complete strangers to them, after living for years with foster parents. My hope is that all judges and court commissioners across the state will consider this ruling carefully when deliberating with regards to foster care placements and termination of parental rights. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Granny 'nanny' Mar 25, 2009
" And Lorraine believes something must be done to give what she sees as a fairer deal for grandparents. She said: "I would like to see some sort of legislation whereby grandparents are recognised and given the same sort of remuneration as foster parents because we're doing the same sort of job. " Bookmark with: Print Sponsor SEE ALSO 29 May 08 | Education 14 Sep 07 | Edinburgh, East and Fife 02 Jul 07 | UK 06 Dec 06 | UK RELATED INTERNET LINKS The BBC is not responsible for the content of... (BBC News -- UK)
Walk in the Park set for Saturday Mar 24, 2009
There also are at least 15 to 20 animals being cared for by foster parents, Perry said. The Iberia Humane Society handles at least 25 adoptions a month, Perry said, but the number of animals being dropped off makes the number of animals housed there consistent. (New Iberia, LA)
Artist uses her home as a canvas for murals, designs Mar 23, 2009
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Foster parents needed to help local teens Mar 18, 2009
Dare Family Services Inc., a private, nonprofit foster care agency, is looking to find supportive foster parents to help local foster teens ... She needs a home where the foster parents realize it will take time for Michelle to build strong relationships. (Somerville Journal, MA)
News Briefs | Mar. 18 Mar 18, 2009
The 4-month-old child has been placed with foster parents for now. Her name, found on Mamino s Myspace page, is Victoria Goodrich. (Washington University Student Life, MO)
Judge: Foster, adoption ban suit can proceed Mar 18, 2009
That clause, created immediately after the Civil War to protect freed slaves, now could affect whether the ban put in place to stop gays from serving as foster parents can remain in place ... "The blanket solution of (the ban) excludes a much wider pool of foster parents, both gay and heterosexual couples as well," Ehrenberg said ... The measure came after the state Supreme Court overturned a policy by state child welfare officials in 2006 that blocked gays from serving as foster parents. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Check out the cow Mar 17, 2009
The 22,500-square-foot addition will hold interview rooms, medical and dental-exam rooms, areas for potential foster parents to meet the children and office space. Additionally, the center now has an infant and toddler reception area, where the youngest children can play until emergency foster homes can be located. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Children's services falls short but getting better Mar 17, 2009
The report on Alaska by the federal Children's Bureau is based on statistics as well as an examination of 65 individual cases, and interviews with key people including children, parents, foster parents, OCS employees, lawyers, advocates and private agency representatives. To gain federal approval in a particular category, 95 percent of the cases reviewed would have to meet a target. (Anchorage Daily News)
No fundamental right to adoption, Ark. lawyer says Mar 17, 2009
"We would like the opportunity to show that there is no child-welfare purpose for categorically excluding gay and unmarried couples from serving as adoptive or foster parents.". The ACLU also argues that the ban does not promote marriage but, instead, applies to couples many of whom are not allowed to marry because they are homosexual. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Maui pays tribute to 4 soldiers killed in Iraq Mar 15, 2009
Also present were Kanakaole's foster parents Jack and Linda Eades of Pukalani, who said they appreciated the memorial. Kanakaole, 19, a Maui High graduate, died June 11 of noncombat injuries. (Honolulu Advertiser)
• Training for foster parents Mar 15, 2009
Training for foster parents Times-News. Magic Valley Youth and Adult Services will facilitate a seven-class "Love " training for currently licensed foster parents in south-central Idaho ... Foster parents with the right training can help maintain children in their home - preventing multiple placements, which are detrimental to the youth and the goals of the foster program, training organizers said. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
State House pauses to remember Speaker George Keverian Mar 14, 2009
In his years as speaker, Keverian earned plaudits from the gay community for helping quash a string of mid-80s proposals that would have restricted the ability of same-sex couples to adopt or become foster parents. In his last term, he helped win passage of a bill to prevent job or housing discrimination against gay residents, the culmination of a 17-year effort. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Woman joins race for judge Mar 13, 2009
"I had the privilege of working side by side with caseworkers, counselors, foster parents, service providers, and, most importantly, families who were hurting. I have learned so much from watching (their) hard work and sacrifice," she said. LISA THOMPSON can be reached at 870-1802 or by e-mail. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Foster parents writes about sexual predator Mar 12, 2009
Times-News: Magicvalley. to register or to login to your account. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
State isn't equipped to give youths a hand after they turn 18 Mar 11, 2009
But if you're a kid stuck in state custody, it's often all you have in the way of a parent except maybe for an ever changing cast of foster parents. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Twice the good news for conjoined twins Mar 10, 2009
That home is just like any other foster home, except the foster parents have the training to help a child who needs special care. Alex will join him there when he leaves the hospital. (AZCentral)
