I am so pleased to begin a regular column in Foster Focus Magazine. Chris and I have had many conversations over the past couple of years, and I am tremendously moved by his personal story of aging out of foster care. If you haven’t read Chris’ … [Continue reading] about We can break the cycle – Rita Soronen
ReMoved – Short Film on Child Abuse and Foster Care
ReMoved is a tremendous and powerful short movie on Child Abuse and Foster Care. An interview with the creator of the movie is also included. … [Continue reading] about ReMoved – Short Film on Child Abuse and Foster Care
Permanency in the News – Week of 06/09/14
Permanency Tip of the Week: Anniversaries of any sort (whether they be birthdays, holidays or significant dates in our life) can serve as triggers for painful / difficult feelings and memories – especially when they are paired with the … [Continue reading] about Permanency in the News – Week of 06/09/14
Permanency in the News – Week of 06/02/14
Permanency Tip of the Week: When working to support a Foster Youth’s attachment with a Permanent Connection, be alert to the possible unresolved grief and loss issues of the Permanent Connection. If these issues exist, they may be triggered by … [Continue reading] about Permanency in the News – Week of 06/02/14
Permanency in the News – Week of 05/26/14
Permanency Tip of the Week: When working with Transitional Age Foster Youth (Ages 16-25), be aware that while society is expecting / promoting youth in this age range to individuate / separate to some degree from their parents / family, TAY Foster … [Continue reading] about Permanency in the News – Week of 05/26/14