Foster Care Programs

Foster Care Programs | 5 Myths About Foster Children   Foster Care Programs | Many stigmas follow children that are placed in foster care. Many people have preconceived notions that are often untrue. Foster children are often lumped into categories mostly because of stereotypes that they have developed over time. Here are 5 myths that foster children often carry unjustly.   All Foster Children Are Troubled While it is true that many foster children have suffered extreme and sometimes bad home lives, not all foster children have been in trouble [...]

3 Foster Care Programs in California Foster Care Programs | The foster care system is very important for many children throughout California and the entire United States. Since foster children can vary in age and needs there are different foster care programs to cater to specific needs. Here are a few of the foster care programs that are available in California.   Intensive Services Foster Care (ISFC) The ISFC serves children and youth who have complex needs. These children require more support than a standard foster care program provides. ISFC [...]

Foster Care Programs | The Benefits of Weighted Blankets   Foster Care Programs | Weighted blankets have grown in popularity in recent years. They are widely used by people who suffer from anxiety or have sleep disorders. Weighted blankets are also recommended for children in the foster care program (resource program) to help with issues that may arise due to their traumatic past. Here are 3 ways a weighted blanket can help foster children: Provide Comfort Children in the foster care program (resource program) usually require extra items of comfort [...]

Foster Care Programs | 2 Ways to Help Encourage Empathy with Your Foster Child Foster Care Programs (resource programs) | Children in foster care programs (resource programs) have been through a lot over the course of their short lives. They oftentimes don’t know the words to express how they are feeling and choose to show their feelings through behaviors. Helping to teach your foster child about feelings, and the appropriate way to express them is crucial to raising them. Here are 2 ways to help your foster child tap into their [...]