IN THIS ISSUE:
- What is a Kinship Caregiver?
- New Clinical Services Program Launched
- Library “Kin” Korner
- Supports for Kinship Caregivers
- Taking Care of Yourself
- NJ FamilyCare
NJ Kinship Legal Guardianship Resource Clearing House
An Information Center for Kinship Care Families
by Greg Cywnar
IN THIS ISSUE:
by Greg Cywnar
Hospital Adoption Education Act of 2023” (H.R. 1475) The majority of ob-gyn nursing staff are uninformed or misinformed when it comes to adoption, and how to provide ethical, compassionate care to expectant, birth, and adoptive parents. H.R. 1475 directs the development of programs to close the … [Read more...]
by Greg Cywnar
Adoption Courts Act” (H.R. 6700) This new proposed legislation would require the Children’s Bureau to collect and maintain information regarding all private adoptions, and for other purposes. Lead Sponsor: Rep. Doug Lamborn. “This legislation will ensure policymakers have accurate and useful … [Read more...]
by Greg Cywnar
Voluntary Limited Accreditation for Adoption Services” (S.3551). This proposed legislation would modify the Intercountry Adoption Act of 2000 to provide a limited accreditation option for performing certain adoption services. Lead Sponsors. Sen. Roger Wicker and Sen. Amy Klobuchar. … [Read more...]
by Greg Cywnar
Building Resilience: Supporting Grandfamilies’ Mental Health & Wellness, 2023 The latest report from Generations United on grandparents raising grandchildren and relatives. Information includes how grandparents’ challenges effect mental health, various findings, services, supports and more. … [Read more...]
by Greg Cywnar
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Actions to Support Children and Families in Foster Care Today, it was announced by the White House that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a final regulation that will allow states to simplify the licensing process for … [Read more...]
by Greg Cywnar
If you’re a grandparent raising grandchildren, there are many practical issues to consider—including legal, financial, and caregiving support. Learn what help is available for parenting the second time around. … [Read more...]
by Greg Cywnar
Exploring Medication for Adopted Children: Mental Health and Behavioral Treatment Options Published by the Adoption Advocate, July 2023, Issue Number 173 The adoption community has made great progress in understanding the impact of trauma on children’s mental health and emotional well-being. … [Read more...]
by Greg Cywnar
Adoption Advocate Prenatal Stress, Preverbal Trauma, and Developmental Trajectories: The Importance of the Attachment Relationship The impact of prenatal stress and preverbal trauma on developmental trajectories is both a topic of education and area of treatment focus in my … [Read more...]
by Greg Cywnar
It is always better for children and youth to remain with their birth families if it is safe to do so. When foster care is necessary, the goal is to provide a temporary safe, stable and nurturing environment for children and adolescents while actively seeking and supporting reunification with their … [Read more...]
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