The Changing Role of Caregivers: Grandparents
This tip sheet offers valuable insights and practical advice for grandparents and other relatives who have taken on the role of primary caregivers for their grandchildren. It addresses the unique […]
Planning Ahead: Working Together for Successful Interactions
Navigating the complexities of out-of-home care can be challenging, but building a strong, supportive relationship between caregivers and birth parents can make all the difference. This tip sheet offers practical […]
Shared Parenting: Putting the Needs of Children First
Imagine your favorite potted plant. Now, picture someone moving that plant to a new pot. Even with fresh soil and water, it might struggle if its roots are damaged. Similarly, […]
To Search or Not to Search
Making the decision to initiate a search is often a critical turning point in the life of an adopted person. There are many possible outcomes when you decide to search. […]
Sustaining & Strengthening the Sibling Bond
Sibling bonds often provide lifelong support, comfort, and resilience—especially when life is difficult. For children in foster care, staying connected to siblings, even when separated, is vital for their emotional […]
Somebody to Lean On: Connecting With a Parent Group
Discover the power of connection in this comprehensive guide. Explore the benefits of joining a parent group for foster, adoptive, or relative caregiver parents. Learn about the different types of […]
Reaching Your Boiling Point
This tip sheet will help you to see when you’re “emotionally flooded” and can’t handle anymore, including some good tips on noticing and changing your breathing. It also gives advice […]
The Balance Beam: Caring for Yourself While Caring for Your Kids
This tip sheet emphasizes the importance of self-care for foster parents, relative caregivers, and adoptive parents. It provides practical tips for maintaining mental, physical, and spiritual well-being while managing the […]
The Journey of Forgiveness: Learning to Live a Life of Forgiveness
Forgiveness can feel complicated — especially when you’re caring for a child who has experienced trauma. This tip sheet explores what forgiveness really means, why it matters for your own […]
The Emotional Journey of Relative Caregiving
Becoming a relative caregiver can happen in an instant. The shift from being a grandparent, aunt or uncle, cousin, brother, or sister to being a child’s primary caregiver and parent […]
