Understanding Trauma in Foster Children
For children entering foster care, the journey is often shaped by experiences of trauma. Understanding the impact of trauma is essential for foster parents, caregivers, and community members who wish
Foster Home Safety Checklist
This checklist is designed to help foster families maintain a safe, nurturing, and compliant home environment for children in care. General Home Safety Working smoke detectors installed on every level
Success Stories
Before fostering, we worried about whether we’d be able to meet the unique needs of children in care….
Success Stories
The staff at JBRI Foster Care go above and beyond to prepare families. The training covered everything from trauma-informed care to day-to-day routines,…
Success Stories
Fostering has been one of the most meaningful things our family has ever done, but it also comes with challenges…
Success Stories
What I appreciate most about JBRI Foster Care is how they truly invest in their foster families….
Success Stories
When my husband and I first started fostering, we were nervous about whether we had the right tools to support children coming into our home…
Why Children Come Into Foster Care
Foster care exists to protect children and provide them with stability during difficult times. Every year, thousands of children across the country enter the foster care system. While each child’s
5 Reasons to Foster Teens
When people think of foster care, they often picture young children. Yet, teenagers make up a significant portion of youth in care, and they are the least likely to find
Do All Foster Children Really Have Behavioral Issues?
