The final entry of our “first day in foster care tips” series for foster parents notes the importance of following the newly placed child’s lead on communication: Take the time…
Elizabeth LunneySeptember 11, 2023
Imagine what feelings you might experience if you found yourself in this scenario: Someone you don't know has picked you up from your home without notice, and you’ve had to…
Elizabeth LunneyAugust 28, 2023
When the average person talks about “foster care,” they may not be aware of the significant differences between specific approaches of care. There are important distinctions between “Traditional” and “Therapeutic”…
fcmediaJuly 31, 2023
Respite foster care is an essential component of services in the KidsPeace Continuum of care. Youth are temporarily cared for by another licensed foster parent on a planned or unplanned…
fcmediaJuly 31, 2023
Becoming a foster parent is a noble and rewarding – and necessary - endeavor. Successful foster parents have certain qualities that help them create a safe and nurturing environment for…
fcmediaJuly 23, 2023
Embarking on the journey of foster parenting is a decision that comes with a mix of excitement, anticipation - and, understandably, some fears. It's normal to feel anxious about the…
fcmediaJuly 17, 2023
According to a recent study, children with autism are more than twice as likely to enter foster care than those without that diagnosis. In one county in Pennsylvania, KidsPeace is…
fcmediaJune 13, 2023
KidsPeace Foster Care and Community Programs (FCCP) has announced that Monique Shoemaker of Muncy, PA has been chosen as its 2023 National Foster Parent of the Year. The organization said…
fcmediaMay 8, 2023
KidsPeace Foster Care and Community Programs (FCCP) has announced that Matt and Emily Garringer of Muncie have been chosen as its 2023 State Foster Parents of the Year for Indiana.…
fcmediaApril 25, 2023
