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From Hosting to Adoption

June 4, 2020 by kristina berg

In the spring of 2018, Ethan saw a post on Facebook about Kidsave, an organization that brings older children from Colombia to the United States through its Summer Miracles® Program.

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Filed Under: International Adoption, Today's Child and Family

Infographic: Aging Out of Foster Care

May 27, 2020 by kristina berg

Transitioning from childhood to young adulthood includes plenty of challenges, but for youth aging out of foster care, the challenges are even greater. 23,000 kids in the U.S. will age

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Filed Under: Foster Care, Foster Care Adoption, News

Infographic | Foster Care in Minnesota

May 20, 2020 by kristina berg

A thumbnail of the infographic "5 Reasons to Adopt a Teen Aging Out of Foster Care"

May is National Foster Care Month across the U.S. According to the Children’s Bureau “it’s a time to recognize that we each can play a part in enhancing the lives

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Filed Under: Foster Care, Foster Care Adoption

How to Begin Your Adoption or Foster Care Journey During a Pandemic

May 18, 2020 by kristina berg

The past few months have been overwhelming, to say the least. Adapting to new schedules and routines, experiencing an increased sense of anxiety about the future, and the sudden postponement

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Behind the Desk With Audrey Williams

May 8, 2020 by kristina berg

In our series, Behind the Desk, we’re catching up with some of the incredibly talented, dedicated, and caring individuals who help make everything our organization does possible. This month we’re

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Behind the Desk With Kathy Clark

April 13, 2020 by kristina berg

In our series, Behind the Desk, we’re catching up with some of the incredibly talented, dedicated, and caring individuals who help make everything our organization does possible. This month we’re

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Behind the Desk With Sue Orban

March 4, 2020 by kristina berg

In our new series, Behind the Desk, we’re catching up with some of the incredibly talented, dedicated, and caring individuals who help make everything our organization does possible. This month

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Adoption Medicine Clinic Stress Reduction and Wellness Study

March 4, 2020 by kristina berg

We received notice from the Adoption Medicine Clinic that this study is being postponed due to COVID-19.  Dr. Eckerle and the Adoption Medicine Clinic are inviting parents and their adopted

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Filed Under: Events, Foster Care Adoption, Infant Adoption, International Adoption

11 Things to Look Forward to at Adoption Day Camp

February 19, 2020 by kristina berg

As many parents know, it’s never too early to start making summer plans for your kids. With so many options, the choices can be overwhelming, but we think our Adoption

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Filed Under: Events, News

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