Thinking about becoming a foster parent? Learn what to expect, from Kansas foster parent requirements and training to preparing your home and finding ongoing support.
Teens entering foster care often need time, patience and consistency before trust can grow. Hear from experienced KVC Kansas foster parents about how small moments of safety and support can make a lasting difference.
Today’s teens are growing up in a world shaped by social media and AI, where connection, identity and comparison are constant. By understanding these influences, caregivers can support teens in building healthy habits and strong mental wellbeing.
Foster care affects everyone in the home. Learn how fostering can impact partners, children and foster parents — and how to support your whole family along the way.
Cultural identity plays a powerful role in how children see themselves and connect with others. Discover why culturally responsive foster care matters and explore practical ways caregivers can support a child’s identity, even when it differs from their own.
After entering foster care at age three, Brandon navigated years of uncertainty with incredible inner strength. Today, he is thriving in independent living, a milestone reached through the power of consistent connection and a dedicated support team. Brandon’s journey proves that when we prioritize a young person’s voice and strengths, they can successfully build the future they want for themselves.
Each November, communities across Kansas come together to celebrate National Adoption Month, a time to honor the importance of permanency and the families who open their hearts and homes to children and teens. This year, KVC Kansas joined youth, caregivers and partners in Olathe and Topeka for a morning filled with joyful moments and meaningful connection. From creative activities to warm community support, the celebrations highlighted what adoption represents: belonging, stability and hope for a bright future.
Neurodiverse youth bring unique strengths, creativity and resilience to the world. This blog explores what neurodiversity means, the joys and challenges families may experience and practical ways to help youth thrive. Whether you’re a parent or foster caregiver, you’ll find tips and encouragement to support your child’s journey!
Parenting doesn’t come with instructions… and let’s be honest, it’s rarely easy. Whether you’re balancing life as a single parent, stepping in as a grandparent, or opening your home through foster care or adoption, every day brings new challenges. But it’s in those challenges that some of the most powerful wins happen: the moments that remind us why love and family are worth it. In this article, you’ll read five real parenting stories that will stick with you.
Learn how to support youth in foster care with tips from youth in foster care and experts. See how to care, connect and make a difference.