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Can I Be a Single Foster Parent?

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Unmarried adults can become foster parents! Read firsthand accounts from single foster parents and learn if this choice is right for you.

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How You Can Help a Child or Teen in Need During the Holidays

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Everyone can do something to help a child or teen in foster care, and there are several different ways you can get involved.

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Why Foster Care Makes a Positive Impact for Older Teens

Growing pains are a part of life, but teens don’t outgrow the need for a loving family. Read this blog to learn how foster care makes an impact for teens!

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During National Adoption Month, KVC West Virginia Celebrates 150+ Children’s Adoptions

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KVC West Virginia facilitated over 150 children’s adoptions this past year. Read more about National Adoption Month and meet some of the adoptive families we helped in this blog!

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How Does Academic Stress Affect Mental Health in the Age of Digital Learning

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As digital learning becomes more popular, so does academic stress. Read this blog to find out how this will affect your kids’ mental health!

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Why Are Children in Foster Care?

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Have you ever wondered, “Why are children in foster care?” Though many factors can cause youth to enter foster care, these are the most common reasons.

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Why Is Self-Care Especially Important For Foster Parents?

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Foster parenting is as hard as it is rewarding. While you’re caring for the kids in your home, it’s important to take care of yourself too. Learn more about self-care in this article.

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How Long Is the Training to Become a Licensed Foster Parent?

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If you’d like to become a licensed foster parent in West Virginia, here is a general timeframe of how long it takes to become a licensed foster parent.

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How You Can Help Youth in Need Get the Best Start to the School Year

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Children and teens in foster care often don’t have access to essential school supplies that are key to academic success, but here’s how you can help!

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Who Can Be a Foster Parent in West Virginia?

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Wondering who can be a foster parent? Or what does a foster parent do? Read this blog and download our free FAQs resource to answer those questions.

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