Lydia is a sweet and caring 12-year-old girl whose favorite activities are going on walks, going to the playground, playing with sensory items, and singing. She loves spending time with
Navigating the Internet with Adopted or Foster Tweens and Teens
The internet and social media are excellent tools for research, entertainment, and connection. It is likely that your tween or teen already has a good deal of online experience under
A Longing to Know More
In 1956 Lois Nelson, a 16-year-old high school junior, walked into the Salvation Army Booth Women’s Home and Hospital, a safe haven for unwed mothers, in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Before
Meet Two Fun-Loving Brothers Who Love Sports and Video Games
Marcelino and Modesto are fun-loving, personable brothers who love video games, playing basketball and football with friends, and being outdoors. Marcelino is an inquisitive, creative, and active nine-year-old, while eight-year-old
Meet Sean: A Curious and Outdoorsy Eighth-Grader
Sean is a nature-loving, talkative, and curious eighth-grader who is always up for trying new things and exploring new places. He loves to learn random facts just about anything so
Meet Larry: A Witty, Fun-Loving Youth
Meet Larry, a light-hearted, witty, and smart eleven-year-old with a great sense of humor. Katie, his Child Specific Recruiter says, “Larry is super funny, and it’s so fun to see
Practical Tips for Parenting a Child with ADHD
Parenting a child with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) can be challenging. Your child’s behavior, lack of focus on tasks, and struggle to follow your family’s daily flow feel overwhelming
Behind the Desk With Jamie Nabozny
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
Thankful to Be Together this Holiday Season
When Becky and Nick DeTrempe married four years ago, they became a blended family with Becky’s two children, Joci (14) and Bill (13), and Nick’s son, Austin (18). Their life
A Day in the Life of a Child Specific Recruiter
As we enter the season of gratitude, we can’t help but be thankful for all of the staff who work as Child Specific Recruiters. Their work often happens behind-the-scenes, but
