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7 Things You Should Know About Foster Care: Myths vs Facts
Think you know foster care? Think again. From who can foster to why kids enter the system, there are a lot of myths clouding the truth. In this article, we reveal 7 of the most common foster care misconceptions—so you can better understand, support, or even step into this life-changing
What Do Private Agencies Do?
Curious about private foster care agencies? Discover how the 7 Private License Placement Agencies (PLPAs) partnering with Every Child Arkansas support foster families. From 24/7 case management to grocery and transportation aid, PLPAs provide vital resources beyond state services—making foster care more supported, accessible, and community-driven.
5 Reasons to Foster Siblings
Want to make the biggest impact in a child’s life? Foster to keep siblings together. In Arkansas, too many children in foster care are separated from their brothers and sisters. Discover 5 powerful reasons why fostering sibling groups matters—and how it brings comfort, stability, and lifelong connection.
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What It Takes to Become a Foster Parent
Becoming a foster parent is one of the most rewarding and impactful decisions you can make. Foster parents provide children with a stable and caring environment when they need it most—often during times of uncertainty, trauma, or upheaval. If you’ve ever wondered, what does it take to become a foster
Respite Care: A Lifeline for Foster Parents and Children in Care
Being a foster parent is a rewarding yet demanding role. The love and support you give to a child in need can have a profound impact, but it can also be emotionally, physically, and mentally draining. That’s where respite care steps in—offering a temporary break for foster parents while ensuring
Making Your Family Holidays and Traditions Inclusive to the Children You are Fostering
Fostering During the Holidays Holidays and celebrations are special times for most of us. If you are considering becoming a foster parent, or are currently foster parent, you know it’s important to create an inclusive and supportive environment for your new family member. There might be many conflicting feelings that
A Year of Impact: How Every Child Arkansas Came Together for Kids in Foster Care in 2024
A Year of Impact As the year draws to a close, we’re reflecting on what’s been possible in 2024 because of people like you—our community of supporters, volunteers, and local partners. Every Child Arkansas’s mission to support children and families impacted by foster care has always been a team effort,
A Complete Guide to Free Foster Parent Training and Certification
This blog will serve as a comprehensive guide to free foster parent training options. It will also cover the importance of training, how to meet the required training hours, and where to find both in-person and online classes. How to Get Certified and Meet Your Training Hours Becoming a foster
A Guide to Foster Care and Taxes.
Foster parents provide a vital service by caring for children in need, but when tax season rolls around, many have questions about how foster care payments and foster children affect their taxes. This guide will answer questions you may have about tax treatment for foster care income, tax benefits, and
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