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Therapeutic Foster Care vs. Traditional Foster Care | What’s the Difference?

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Have you heard of therapeutic foster care? It’s similar to traditional foster care but differs in several ways. Learn how in this post.

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What Is Therapeutic Foster Care?

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Therapeutic foster care is a form of specialized foster care for youth with elevated needs. It’s designed to provide youth with a more structured environment than that of general foster care. Learn more.

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7 Questions to Ask Before Your First Foster Care Placement

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Becoming a foster parent is a big decision, and your first foster care placement sparks a lot of questions. Here are some answers!

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Why Youth in Foster Care Are Vulnerable to Human Trafficking and How Caregivers Can Protect Them

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The sad reality is that there is a link between the foster care system and human trafficking. Any advocate of children, especially foster parents, need to be aware of the ways children in foster care are more susceptible to being trafficked.

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Why Foster Care Makes a Positive Impact for Older Teens

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Growing pains are a part of life, but teens don’t outgrow the need for a loving family. Read this blog to learn how foster care makes an impact for teens!

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Ways You Can Help a Child or Teen in Need During the Holidays

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Everyone can do something to help a child or teen in foster care, and there are several different ways you can get involved.

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How Youth in Foster Care Can Achieve School Success

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Statistically, youth who have experienced foster care face greater academic challenges than those who have not. In this post, learn strategies to help them get on the path to academic success.

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The Reasons Why So Many Kentucky Children and Families Are Struggling

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In this post, learn about the major reasons that contribute to Kentucky children and families struggling and how you can help.

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How Many Children Are in Foster Care in Kentucky?

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More than 9,100 youth are in foster care in Kentucky, and the need for foster parents is greater than ever. Find out how you can help.

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4 Ways You Can Help Children and Families During National Foster Care Month

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May is dedicated to raising awareness and support for the more than 400,000 children and youth in the foster care system. Learn how you can help!

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