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Six Best Books for New Foster Parents: Your Roadmap to Meaningful Connections

Relaxed foster parent reading a book on the sofa.

Foster parenting is a meaningful journey filled with opportunities to make a lasting impact. Discover helpful books and resources to guide, support and empower you every step, with insights from Carrie Mosbey, CPA Lead.

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What It’s Actually Like to Be a Social Worker at KVC Missouri

Foster care case manager visiting family during a foster home check-in

Curious what a day in the life of a social worker really looks like? Meet KVC Missouri’s foster care case managers and explore the challenges, rewards and calling behind the work.

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How KVC Missouri is Creating Brighter Futures Across the State

KVC Missouri team members share inspiring success stories of families, growth and brighter futures for children and communities.

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The Domino Effect of Hope: A Foster Parent’s Courage and Commitment

Staycee Dixson and her family

One foster parent’s dedication transformed 52 children’s and teens’ lives, proving that one person’s compassion can create lasting hope and change.

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Bridging Care and Healing: The Power of Treatment Foster Care

Treatment foster care is a form of specialized foster care for youth with elevated mental, behavioral or medical needs.

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Scarlett’s Reunification Story: A Journey of Love, Healing and Homecoming

Discover how the Willhites’ foster care journey created lifelong bonds, showcasing the power of reunification.

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How Compassionate Advocacy in Foster Care Reunited a Family

“Grace”, a young girl facing a rare medical diagnosis found stability through kinship care thanks to the thoughtful advocacy and above-and-beyond dedication of a KVC case manager. This story shows the powerful impact social worker’s compassion and persistence can have on families in need.

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Fostering Alongside Your Children: Creating Harmony in a Blended Family

Welcoming foster children into your home can be meaningful and beneficial for everyone involved. But it also requires sensitivity and open communication for every family member. Learn how you can foster alongside your children and ensure everyone’s needs are met.

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KVC Missouri Launches New Chapter in Foster Care—Takes Helm of Foster Parent Recruitment, Training and Licensing

With an expansion of services across Northwest Missouri, KVC Missouri will manage 500 foster homes. President Lindsey Stephenson emphasizes our dedication to child welfare and highlights the vital role of caregivers in nurturing and transforming children’s lives.

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What to Expect as a New Foster Parent: 7 Crucial Aspects to Prepare For

Parents with foster daughter preparing sandwiches for breakfast together standing in the kitchen

If you’re considering becoming a foster parent, KVC Missouri is here to support you! While foster parenting may have its challenges, it can also be a profoundly meaningful and joyful experience.

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