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We work to empower, educate and advocate for all individuals who wish to continue as or become foster parents.

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Recently, Michigan announced 105,000 more children and their families are now eligible for FREE or NO COST child care. Great news for working parents that are trying to cover child care costs and getting back to work. Visit https://t.co/J2hBX4ykBm for more info

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Join the Tri-County Foster Care Coalition for a training on medical subsidies for families on Friday December 3rd, from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm. Includes a gift card giveaway, don't miss it! More info here: https://t.co/xIloqiYIIS

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Holidays can be the most joyous of times, and the most draining of times, and when you're a foster parent it seems like emotions run the full spectrum during this season. Check out some tips on supporting the young people in your home here: https://t.co/k8ey5R5H2E

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Learn more about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) at a FREE 2-day training held by MDHHS on Jan 25&27 OR Feb 2&3. This training is for professionals to earn 6 CEU and for parents, educators, and others interested in learning more. https://t.co/kHD4gGbm6D

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November is National Adoption Month and Michigan celebrates Adoption Day each year on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. This Nov 23rd, courts will hold celebrations as they finalize over 150 adoptions around the State of Michigan! Learn more here: https://t.co/RXMJX7UlTX

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Did you know you don't have to be married to become a foster parent and that support is still available to you? Give us a call at 1-855-MICHKIDS to learn more about becoming a foster parent and the support groups that are available to you!
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Are you interested in foster care and curious about what agencies in your area have to offer? The best way to find out is by attending orientations! To learn more about what to expect from an orientation, head to https://t.co/CGG4Un81Ht.

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Teen anger is no joke! But it's also completely normal. If you're trying to figure out how to best support your angry teen (without loosing your cool too), this article is for you!
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With colder temperatures approaching, we're already thinking about fun activities to do with our kiddos inside and stumbled upon this Lego Scavenger Hunt from Frugal Fun for Boys & Girls!
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When reunification isn't possible, kids in foster care need permeant homes! But adopting from foster care carries some myths and stigmas. This article does a great job dispelling some of those!
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The life of a foster parent (or parent in general) sure is never dull, but we wouldn't have it any other way! What do you all like to do with your downtime?

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We talk a lot about self care, but community care is also so important! As a FAK parent, you don't have to do it alone. In fact, that's exactly why the Foster Care Navigator program exists!
1-855-MICHKIDS or https://t.co/iEtxjad10Q
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Children and teens who enter foster care have experienced trauma and will need a strong system of support more than ever until they can be reunified with their family. If you think this could be you, give us a call at 1-855-MICHKIDS!
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Communication that seeks to put you on the same team with your child against a problem is SO much more effective than communication that may come across as you vs. the child because of the problem. Have you tried these questions before?
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Happy Grandparents' Day! Today we celebrate all of the grandparents who have gotten their kinship licensure in order to provide love and support to their grandchildren who need it. We see you and we thank you for all that you do!
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Part of being a parent is helping the kids and teens in your home recognize and name their feelings. Anxious feelings can present in different ways, so understanding together what that looks like for them can help you both!
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As kids start getting back into school, don't forget to check in about how they're doing after a year of being mostly remote. This article has some great things to consider!
https://t.co/VbrOwKBiIW
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To any of you with kiddos with medical needs that require pill taking, specifically those of you who struggle to get those kiddos to take their pills, have you seen this trick?? This nurse just changed our lives - Thanks @Yo_Curry6!
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Regardless of age or ability, communication aids can be an incredibly helpful tool! The link below contains templates (blank and pre-made) for pocket flipbooks for regularly used phrases and personal information.
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Did you know that some regions of the FCNP Program have newsletters? Whether yours does or not, copies of all previously published newsletters statewide can be found any time at https://t.co/R0SJEHxr37!
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