Launched in 2002, Forever Family® is a nationally recognized media initiative in partnership with ABC, CBS, NBC & FOX affiliates created to support children.
"It's a blessing that children have a place like this to come to in an emergency situation." In this Forever Family story, we share how a little bit of love, time & care created a special & welcoming place for youth who need a temporary place to stay. @ChildNetFL@MyFLFamilies
Forever Family recently celebrated 24 years of sharing stories to help youth in foster care find their forever family. Here is a quick look back at when we celebrated our 16th Anniversary with @nbc6
We love these kiddos! @MyFLFamilies@ChildNetFL
“I didn’t think I would live to see my 17th birthday." We recently celebrated our 24th year of sharing stories with 1 mission, to find youth in care THEIR forever family. Here's a look back at when we celebrated our 16th Anniversary on @nbc6 where it all began. @MyFLFamilies
Stay tuned to go inside an incredible makeover by volunteers to make sure teens who are in or entering foster care have a safe, comfortable and welcoming space as they navigate a tough time in their lives. @ChildNetFL@MyFLFamilies#foreverfamily
"I've got staff crying over how amazing the work that they've done." Larry, @ChildNetFL Stay tuned to see how volunteers created a space to provide comfort, care & a sense of home for youth in care. We were there during the smiles & love #foreverfamily@CSCBroward@MyFLFamilies
In this Forever Family segment, @RoxyNBC6 shares a special day when several families experienced the life-changing joy of adoption. Go inside the courtroom as they make it official and celebrate the moment their lives changed forever. @CSCBroward@MyFLFamilies@ChildNetFL@nbc6
As summer approaches, it’s not the only season of new beginnings. Recently, several families experienced the life-changing joy of adoption. In this upcoming Forever Family segment,@TenikkaANjax takes you inside a powerful courtroom moment. @JaxFss#foreverfamily@MyFLFamilies
Continuing to shine a light on Foster Care Awareness Month, @AvaVanValenTV shares the story of how a grandmother's heart was changed forever when her two granddaughters, adopted from foster care, transformed her world in ways she never imagined. @NWFHealth@MyFLFamilies@WCTV
We can't wait to share this incredible family with you in @AvaVanValenTV's Forever Family story. They have opened their hearts and home to over 30 children who needed a safe and loving home.
@NWFHealth@MyFLFamilies
Our mission goes beyond foster care and adoption. At Forever Family®, we help raise awareness about prevention services that keep at-risk families together, connecting families to critical support, and building a sustainable system of care for children and youth. @MyFLFamilies
We loved meeting the folks at @waysforlife and learning about all the ways they support youth in care and those as they age out of care. One way is through the Foster Youth Independence Initiative which empowers young adults to achieve independent living. @MyFLFamilies
For more than two decades, Forever Family® has helped connect waiting children with loving adoptive families through the power of television & community. Our weekly stories transform awareness into action. @MyFLFamilies
As part or our recent @nbc6 Forever Family special with @RoxyNBC6 we shared the steps it takes to become a foster parent and the need to help youth find a loving safe home while they are waiting for reunification or their Forever Family. @CSCBroward@ChildNetFL@MyFLFamilies
This video hit home.
It shows how important being in your kids lives is so important!
The oldest son’s face / reactions when he realizes his father never did anything with his own dad. Sadly this is reality for many kids and adults.
"When I heard the word 'kids left alone' we had an extra room and I was like, let's bring one in." -Levi, Foster & Adoptive Brother. Coming up this week, you'll be inspired by a family who shares why they opened their home and heart to foster and adopt. @NWFHealth@MyFLFamilies
We had an amazing morning at @ChildNetFL's SafePlace ribbon cutting. We will share a new initiative to make sure all children entering Florida’s foster care have the luggage they need to transport their items with dignity. @CSCBroward@MyFLFamilies Stories coming!
When children can no longer remain with their parents, some relatives step in to provide the love, stability and sense of belonging they need most. Our friends at @CSCBroward explain why keeping children connected to family can be so important. @MyFLFamilies@ChildNetFL
Every year, tragedies occur when children are left in hot cars.
A car can heat up quickly, even on mild days. Leaving a child inside for even a few minutes can be deadly.
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