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Category: Family Support

Family Preservation Services Helps Stabilize Single Parent Family

Family Preservation Services Helps Stabilize Single Parent Family

Megan Pelton, a Tier 2 Family Preservation Case Manager, had been providing services for *Erin Warren and her three children for three months when she received a phone call that no case manager ever wants to receive.

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Mentorship Program Brings Consistency of Care to Kids in the Ozanam Campus Residential Treatment Program

Mentorship Program Brings Consistency of Care to Kids in the Ozanam Campus Residential Treatment Program

While Alan may have a special gift for bowling, he openly admits that he has nothing on his 13-year-old mentee, *Miles, when it comes to basketball. “He is an awesome basketball player; he kicks my butt every time we play,” said Alan. Since August 2023, Alan has been visiting Miles weekly through the Cornerstones of Care mentorship program.

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BIST Program Brings Principles of Grace and Accountability Into the Home

BIST Program Brings Principles of Grace and Accountability Into the Home

Most people will recognize BIST as a school-based program that supports teachers, administrators, and other school staff as they partner with students to address behavioral issues. First introduced to schools in 1989, the BIST program has grown to include more than 330 schools in nine states. BIST is now in its third year of offering in-home services and has seen overwhelmingly positive results. Join us as we learn about the Saunders family and their year-long journey with Lead BIST Consultant, Linda Hosman to bring more grace and accountability into the home.

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Balancing Traditions and Transitions: Navigating the Holidays in Foster Care

Balancing Traditions and Transitions: Navigating the Holidays in Foster Care

The holidays can be a difficult time for foster and adoptive families due to the grief and loss of family separation. In this latest blog post, hear from Brittany and team member Shannon Garber about how caretakers can prepare for the holidays – unexpected tantrums, calls and visits with biological family members, and more. You’ll also hear from two foster families about how they navigate this time of year and the resources that have been helpful to them.

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Donors Make Holiday Dreams Come True Through NASB North Pole

Donors Make Holiday Dreams Come True Through NASB North Pole

Every year, Cornerstones of Care delivers the joy of the holiday season to over 1,500 families in the Kansas City area through NASB North Pole. This extraordinary feat is only made possible by generous people like Carol, Richard, and Beverly who help to supply the gifts for the Gift Gallery and Sponsor-A-Youth program. Feel inspired this December and learn how you, too, can make a difference for a family in your community.

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