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February 21, 2025

What It Takes to Become a Foster Parent

Becoming a foster parent is one of the most rewarding and impactful decisions you can make. Foster parents provide children with a stable and caring environment when they need it most—often during times of uncertainty, trauma, or upheaval. If you’ve ever wondered, what does it take to become a foster parent?, this step-by-step guide will […]

February 19, 2025

The Power of Cultural Continuity in Foster Care

The foster care system plays a critical role in providing safety and stability for children in need, but it’s also fraught with challenges—particularly when it comes to meeting the emotional and cultural needs of children. One aspect of foster care that is often overlooked is cultural continuity, a concept that emphasizes the importance of maintaining […]

February 14, 2025

The Journey to Becoming a Foster Home

Fostering children can be one of the most fulfilling and life-changing experiences. For children who are in need of stability, love, and care, becoming a foster home means providing a safe haven during difficult times. The journey to becoming a foster home, however, is not an overnight process. It requires dedication, preparation, and a willingness […]

January 21, 2025

Respite Care: A Lifeline for Foster Parents and Children in Care

Being a foster parent is a rewarding yet demanding role. The love and support you give to a child in need can have a profound impact, but it can also be emotionally, physically, and mentally draining. That’s where respite care steps in—offering a temporary break for foster parents while ensuring children continue to receive quality […]

December 10, 2024

Making Your Family Holidays and Traditions Inclusive to the Children You are Fostering

Fostering During the Holidays Holidays and celebrations are special times for most of us but we know that there can be some questions and concerns about fostering during the holidays. If you are considering becoming a foster parent, or are currently foster parent, you know it’s important to create an inclusive and supportive environment for […]

November 26, 2024

A Year of Impact: How Every Child TN Came Together for Kids in Foster Care in 2024

A Year of Impact As the year draws to a close, we’re reflecting on what’s been possible in 2024 because of people like you—our community of supporters, volunteers, and local partners. Every Child TN’s mission to support children and families impacted by foster care has always been a team effort, and this year, that team […]

November 22, 2024

A Complete Guide to Free Foster Parent Training and Certification in Tennessee

Becoming a foster parent is a big decision—and that’s exactly as it should be. Most people don’t feel completely ready at the start. Fostering isn’t about being a “perfect” parent. It’s about showing up, staying consistent, being open to guidance, and learning as you go. That preparation begins well before a child arrives in your […]

November 21, 2024

A Guide to Foster Care and Taxes.

Foster parents provide a vital service by caring for children in need, but when tax season rolls around, many have questions about how foster care payments and foster children affect their taxes. This guide will answer your questions about tax treatment for foster care income, tax benefits, and whether foster parents can claim foster children […]

November 20, 2024

Comprehensive Guide to Types of Foster Care

Foster care plays a crucial role in providing safe, nurturing environments for children who cannot live with their biological families. There are many types of foster care, each designed to meet the unique needs of children in different situations. Whether it’s short-term care for a child in crisis or a long-term commitment to a teenager, […]

November 19, 2024

Understanding Temporary Foster Care: What You Need to Know

What is Temporary Foster Care? Temporary Foster Care is a short-term solution for children in need of a safe, supportive environment. Emergency foster care is in place for children while they wait for their long-term foster home placement. The goal is the same – to provide children with a caring, safe place to be in […]

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