fpawsorg

Foster Parents Association of Washington State (FPAWS) - a non-profit providing support and services to foster families throughout the State of Washington.

[The Imprint @TheImprintNews]

The number of youth in foster care continued to fall in 2022, according to state-by-state data collected by The Imprint for its annual research project on foster care capacity, Who Cares: A National Count of Foster Homes and Families. https://t.co/ou9ocF87do

[Fostering Families Today @FosteringFams]

We're starting off 2023 with a conversation about #selfcare and rest for parents and children. Register: https://t.co/rgiNqBjF6V

[Children's Advocacy Inst. @CAIChildLaw]

No More Excuses. California Must Prioritize Children in Foster Care
"State leaders must honor their duty to the children in their care."
https://t.co/kXLDdHMOLo
@TheImprintNews #childwelfare #fosteryouth

[The Amara Family @theamarafamily]

Ever consider being a #fosterparent? W/nearly 1,000 kids in #fostercare in Pierce County & the number of Pierce Co. #fosterparents⬇️, we're reaching out to Pierce Co. families to explore the love & hope that fostering brings. #fosterkids #piercecounty
https://t.co/0Kki7KSht5

[One Simple Wish @OneSimpleWish]

You are amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[FosterMore @FosterMore]

"Holiday times are hard because maybe there's an expectation of a life you previously had," Randal Wells says.

This year, we encourage you to give back to foster youth who may be experiencing their first holiday season without a family. Take action today: https://t.co/Ka1n00LeW6

[Mockingbird Society @Mb_society]

Here are three ways to support our work in 2023!
1. Make a gift today: https://t.co/NQgyOcqyQa
2. Connect with us & share our story. Follow us on social media & sign up for our newsletter: https://t.co/KIKhcyLTGy
3. Register for Youth Advocacy Day here: https://t.co/Hj3e8hyPgU

[Sophie Gonzales @sgonzalesauthor]

The biggest change of viewpoint I ever went through in psych training was when I said “but what if they’re doing it for attention” and my supervisor was like “what’s wrong with needing attention?” and I realised I didn’t have an answer.

[CaseyFamilyPrograms @CaseyPrograms]

. @DaveAmbroz, co-founder of @FosterMore and longtime advocate for youth in #fostercare, has a new book out, "A Place Called Home: A Memoir." If you're in the Seattle area, there is a reading at @ElliottBayBooks on 12//1/2022 (more info via the link). https://t.co/7Yk9Ko6W7u

[Treehouse @TreehouseTweets]

We are bringing #TreehouseBingo back in a big way! It’s the traditional bingo game with a little twist, incorporating different ways to engage with Treehouse and your community.

Download your bingo card today: https://t.co/XTfzH96PvS. #TreehouseHolidays #GetInvolved #TakeAction

[Think of Us @ThinkOf_Us]

Webinar Dates:
9/22 - for Organizations serving former foster youth & youth experiencing homelessness. Register Here https://t.co/ET3NvgbTfr

9/29 - for youths who were previously in foster care or are currently experiencing homelessness. Register Here https://t.co/M1PTj3yLir

[John Kelly @JKwhut]

This is a tremendous day at @FosteringMC and @TheImprintNews. This is such an important aspect of #childwelfare and family support to cover well, & so excited knowing we have a relentless young journalist on this beat in @ThisIsNancyS! https://t.co/7Te3rG2hHH

[upEND Movement @upendmovement]

On September 22, @uh_socialwork will welcome @dorothyeroberts, acclaimed scholar of race, gender, and the law in conversation with @alandettlaff to discuss her book "Torn Apart."

RSVP (in person and virtual options): https://t.co/IgXVzhKysj

[Foster Care Film @FosterCareFilm]

"At the time AFFI was formed, about 800 Korean children were in Los Angeles County’s foster care system, and there were next to no Korean families that could provide homes for them" https://t.co/Vs40SOBftf #AAPI #Fostercare

[Treehouse @TreehouseTweets]

“I strive to use my life experience to help youth experiencing foster care, incarceration and homelessness find a different path than mine,” Treehouse's Art Longworth said.

We are thrilled to be partnering with @waDCYF & @RaikesFdn on this. #FosterCare https://t.co/0TbEhtHiph

[Treehouse @TreehouseTweets]

Reminder: We are hiring 8 young adults as Treehouse Fellows – a new, paid, part-time employment and professional development opportunity from September 2022-June 2023.

Please help us spread the word! Folks can learn more and apply at https://t.co/mZFcIboTsK. #FosterCare

[fpawsorg @fpawsorg]

Everett Regional Caregivers Conference 7-16-22 https://t.co/ojQ9onyJf2

[One Simple Wish @OneSimpleWish]

Pretty awesome! After granting over $30,000 in wishes, an amazing donor has now offered to match another $18,000 in wishes now - July 13. Please consider heading over to and checking out the wishes that are tagged with MATCHED. Yo…https://t.co/SnpIOtE2rb https://t.co/1EwxJD6yL2

[fpawsorg @fpawsorg]

Foster Parent Continued Education Requirements Update https://t.co/I9oVYJsNWf

[fpawsorg @fpawsorg]

The Sounding Board: Estimating the costs of a reimagined Child Welfare System https://t.co/3QgisufRfR