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How to Get Prepared for the Family First Act and Help Thousands of Children

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A radical reform of the foster care system has been long overdue. The Family First Prevention Services Act is just that. Here is how your agency can implement it and help families.

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5 Ways Your Church Can Make a Significant Difference in People’s Lives

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Read our blog for 5 ways your church’s members can come together to help strengthen Kansas families and support at-risk youth.

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KVC Employee Shares Her Amazing Experiences as a Foster Parent

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In this moving story, one KVC employee and foster mom shares some of her experiences as a caregiver to children in need. Read how it has changed her life!

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Mother Works Hard to Grow and Safely Reunify with Children

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In this story, a mother who was struggling with mental health issues recounts how she worked hard to reunite with her children after they entered foster care.

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Parents Face Multiple Obstacles to Keep Their Family Together

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Two parents faced hardships that were about to force their children into foster care. Read how a KVC social worker was able to keep them safely together.

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Mom Who Used to Be in Foster Care Helps Family Reunite

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Read how a KVC employee who used to be in foster care provided love and support to a sibling group while their parents worked toward reunification.

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How Your Environment Impacts Your Health | The Social Determinants of Health

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We know that exercise and eating well are important to your health, but did you know that your environment plays a major role? Learn more in this post.

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He Was 11, Had Autism and Experienced Neglect… Then He Got the Treatment and Love He Deserved

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Both severe autism and neglect led to Noah being incontinent and wearing diapers at the age of 11. When he entered foster care. KVC professionals located his father and safely reunited the two.

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Parents Overcome Substance Use to Reunite With Their Daughters

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After struggling with substance use, parents Stacia and Bradley worked hard to get healthy and reunite with their children. Read their story of reunification and love here.

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Receptionist Supports a Mother in Need to Help Her Thrive

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In this story, see how KVC Kansas Receptionist Teresa Lora showed compassion and provided guidance to a mother experiencing domestic violence.

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