Episodes
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For more information, visit FosterCareAware.org
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Meet former foster youth, Key, who shares the moving story of her time in foster care and her perspective on the impact good foster parents can make. Key's perspective is incredibly moving- you don't want to miss this.
For more information, visit FosterCareAware.org
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If you've ever wondered about adopting through Foster Care, this segment is for you! Join us and Cassandra Calender-Ray of Virginia One Church One Child as we discuss the different things to think about when considering foster to adopt and what next steps you can take if that's the path you'd like to take.
For more information, visit FosterCareAware.org
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There are SO many ways to make a difference in the world of foster care even if you don't want to be a foster parent. In this segment we'll talk through the different ways you can get involved and how to start making a difference today!
For more information, visit FosterCareAware.org
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First Star partners with universities and child welfare agencies throughout the country to make a long-term investment in foster youth and change the course of their lives, from abuse and neglect to academic achievement and self-sufficiency. In this segment, meet Lyndsey Wilson the CEO of First Star for an incredible conversation about First Star Academy and amazing news for Hampton Roads!
For more information, visit FosterCareAware.org
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The opportunity to go to summer camp is about more than just childcare. It's about forming connections with other people and the earth, forming bonds, and enjoying the time and space to be yourself and not just "do work." In this episode, you'll hear about Tidewater Friends of Foster Care's Summer Camp partnerships and how their volunteers make a huge difference and Monique Turner joins us to share about the incredible new camp The Barry Robinson Center is launching this summer.
For more information, go to FosterCareAware.org
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Connection, attachment, and community are essential parts of helping children in Foster Care create joyful lives. In this segment, Joy Rios of Connect With a Wish and Mary McGowan of Attach, who both run organizations AND have been foster and adoptive parents, join us for a beautiful conversation about the big and little things we can do as parents, volunteers, and neighbors to help create more connected moments.
For more information, visit FosterCareAware.org
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When a child enters Foster Care, more often than not, they're behind in school due to the pressures of their home life. Tidewater Friends of Foster Care created their tutoring program to meet kids where they are and provide them with the support they need to make academic progress. In this episode, meet two of TFFC's tutors, Angelina and Becky, and learn about the importance of tutoring and its incredible effects in and out of the classroom.
For more information, visit Tidewaterffc.org
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Entering Foster Care is a traumatic experience for children which can affect how the brain functions. In this episode, John Murray of Families First of Virginia joins us to share insight into what actually happens to the brain during traumatic events and how foster families can actually help the brain heal.
For more information, visit FosterCareAware.org
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Becoming a foster parent requires in-depth training provided by the licensing agency you choose to work with. In this conversation we're joined by Jessica Schwabe from Intercept Health, Amy Barbour of enCircle, Ronnie Gehring of Embrace Therapeutic Foster Care, and Tonya Flowers-Johnson of First Home Care Therapeutic Foster Care for a dynamic conversation about the different trainings available and what makes each option unique.
For more information, go to fostercareaware.org
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For more than 25 years, The Barry Robinson Center’s Foster Care Program has provided quality foster care and foster parent training in Hampton Roads. Join us for this eye-opening conversation with BRC's CEO, Rob McCartney to learn more about the Barry Robinson Center and the incredible work they're doing to end childhood poverty in our community.
For more information, visit fostercareaware.org
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Taking quality care of kids in foster care requires much more than an empty bed and an open heart. Join us for a conversation with Sabrina Carr from The UpCenter and LaCora Harris from Spotsylvania Department of Human Services to learn how organizations work to take care of the child physically, mentally, and emotionally.
For more information, visit fostercareaware.org
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It's 2021 and we're back with an incredible month-long series to share with you the current state of foster care and how you can get involved as a volunteer, advocate, foster parent, or donor. Taking care of our community's most vulnerable children takes a village and we'd love for you to be an active part of ours. Join us to learn more!
To learn more information, go to fostercareaware.org
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Hosted by Audra Bullock, members of the foster care community discuss the current state of foster care and the future potential for everyone involved in the community.
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What an incredible month it's been!! Join Erin and Audra for one final segment!
For more information, please visit: https://tidewaterffc.org/fcanextsteps/
Presented by Tidewater Friends of Foster Care
In partnership with The Barry Robinson Center
Hosted by Audra Bullock and Erin Lindstrom -
John Murray from Families First of Virginia joins us for a second time!
John is an incredible teacher and in this segment, he’ll be explaining trauma and the brain in a way that will help you better understand everyone in your life! If you’re ready to hear about how you can help foster youth by utilizing trust-based intervention techniques—this is for you!!
For more information, please visit: https://tidewaterffc.org/fcanextsteps/
Presented by Tidewater Friends of Foster Care
In partnership with The Barry Robinson Center
Hosted by Audra Bullock and Erin Lindstrom -
Meet Nichola Diaz, Membership Director of the Hampton Family YMCA and a former foster youth. She shares about her personal experience within foster care and why it’s important to serve foster youth. Nichola also elaborates on the role that the YMCA plays in the foster community and their partnership with TFFC.
For more information, please visit: https://tidewaterffc.org/fcanextsteps/
Presented by Tidewater Friends of Foster Care
In partnership with The Barry Robinson Center
Hosted by Audra Bullock and Erin Lindstrom -
On Thursday we welcome Felicia LaGarde, Resource Home Coordinator and Lakeitha Rusan, Family Services Specialist with Chesapeake Department of Human Services. We will discuss the need for foster parents in Chesapeake, the licensing process, and Chesapeake Champions!
For more information, please visit: https://tidewaterffc.org/fcanextsteps/
Presented by Tidewater Friends of Foster Care
In partnership with The Barry Robinson Center
Hosted by Audra Bullock and Erin Lindstrom -
Meet Joy Rios, Founder and Director of Connect With A Wish, adoptive and foster mom, and TFFC board member.
In this beautiful conversation we talk about:
• How Connect With A Wish serves as a bridge between our local community and kids in Foster Care
• Connect With A Wish’s incredible programming including The Clothes Closet, Birthday Brigade, Youth Groups for kids in care, and the Prom Project.
• How you can get involved Joy’s tip for people thinking about becoming a foster parentFor more information, please visit: https://tidewaterffc.org/fcanextsteps/
Presented by Tidewater Friends of Foster Care
In partnership with The Barry Robinson Center
Hosted by Audra Bullock and Erin Lindstrom -
Meet Toni Freeman and Charlene Gholson of Lutheran Family Services. We have the pleasure of chatting with Amy Barbour, Regional Manager and Maurice Gallimore, Resource Family Specialist. They share about LFS’s family-oriented, personal approach to serving the foster care community.
For more information, please visit: https://tidewaterffc.org/fcanextsteps/
Presented by Tidewater Friends of Foster Care
In partnership with The Barry Robinson Center
Hosted by Audra Bullock and Erin Lindstrom - Show more