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For most families, back-to-school means buying supplies, organizing backpacks, and coordinating bus schedules. That’s not the case for 12,000 children in Pennsylvania’s foster care system. At CASA Youth Advocates serving …
For Kids in Foster Care, Back to School Can Mean Starting Over Again Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A bipartisan bill that would prevent Pennsylvania agencies from using Social Security benefits intended for foster youth to offset the cost of their care advanced unanimously from …
House Committee Advances Bill to Preserve Foster Youth Benefits Read More
EXTON, PA — An afternoon of creativity, connection, and community support is coming to Exton as Mazi Adoption and Family Services opens its doors for a special Foster Care Awareness …
Families Invited to a Powerful Afternoon You Won’t Want to Miss Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services launched two sweeping actions this month that put state governments under renewed federal scrutiny, opening a civil rights investigation …
HHS Targets States Over Conscience Rights, Foster Care Benefit Seizures Read More
LANSDALE, PA — Marvin’s Home, a non-profit organization focused on supporting individuals aging out of the foster care system, has achieved a significant milestone, completing its 100th apartment makeover and …
Marvin’s Home Completes 100th Apartment Makeover, Celebrates Milestone Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced a $1.3 million investment under its Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) program, aiming to provide critical …
$1.3M Lifeline for Foster Youth: HUD’s Bold Move to End Homelessness Read More