Support, Tips & Respite

"A Foster Parent? Who? Me?!" by Patti Swoboda

jwilliams — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 14:44:03 -0600

"Love me tender, love me sweet, never let me go. You have made my life complete, and I love you so."

From the song, "Love Me Tender." The words and music are by Vera Matson and Elvis Presley.

Schwab Learning A Parents Guide to Helping Kids with Learning Difficulties

clewis — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 15:58:37 -0600

Schwab Learning is a nonprofit program of the Charles and Helen Schwab Foundation, a private foundation. Our mission is to provide information and inspiration for families whose children struggle with learning and attention problems. Schwab Learning’s goal is to help transform, for good, the lives of a significant share of American children who struggle with learning and attention. Given accurate information and support, parents and kids can bring about positive and dramatic changes in their lives.

Miami Judge Teaches Troubled Parents How to Interact With Tots

clewis — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 21:22:18 -0500

A family court judge in Miami works to give neglected children a second chance. Judge Cindy Lederman came up with a program that, she says, makes for better parents, safer children and stronger families. View the video.

Gloria Leiferman Shares Love and Commitment

clewis — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 21:19:43 -0500

In 1990, when Gloria Leiferman was taking care of her 100th foster child, many thought she would slow down.After the death of her husband, Ronald, in 2002, many thought she would quit altogether.But today she is caring for her 203rd foster child. More...

Millers enjoy being local foster parents

clewis — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 19:26:48 -0500

John and Jo Miller of Fremont have made room in their home for many children by becoming foster parents.