Back to School: Advocating for Your Child
*This blog was written and originally published by Foster Village Austin, so there are mentions of Texas - however Tennessee school system... read more
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Beyond February: Supporting Black Children and Families in Child Welfare
Black History Month is a great time to focus on learning the stories about the “Firsts,” the “Onlys,” and the “Did you know?”... read more
The Difference Between Your Home and You're Home
I’mma grammar geek. Always have been. And as such, I’ve noticed one of the lessons that continues to elude 10-year-olds and... read more
What is Sensory Processing Disorder?
October is Sensory Processing Disorder Awareness Month, so let’s talk senses! Children are complex creatures, and parenting them can be... read more
What Do Sensory Processing Needs Look Like
Children are complex creatures. And parenting them can be tricky to say the least, especially as we guide and mentor them through life’s... read more
What Does It Feel Like to be a Child in Foster Care
Do you know what happens to children who can’t live with their families? Do you know why they aren’t allowed to go home? Do you know... read more
A Home for Every Child
For our #childwelfarewisdom series, we wanted to help our community understand the current need for more foster homes in Texas. As news... read more
Let's Get Uncomfortable and Chat About Mental Health
When I was growing up, we didn’t talk about mental health. It wasn’t something anyone discussed even when it began to affect my family.... read more
Program Spotlight: Partners in Permanency Supports Healthy Family Reunification
Two moms sit in different parts of the courtroom, in different areas of the agency, in different corners of the city. They have more in... read more
Women's History Month - Q&A with Dr. Hetrick
In honor of Women's History Month, we asked our Board President, Dr. Mary Jane Hetrick, to answer a few questions about her experience as a... read more
Black History Month: Q & A with Dionn Schaffner
In honor of Black History Month, we asked our Board Member, Dionn Schaffner, to answer a few questions about the overlap of race equity... read more