Building Trust: How to Address Lying in Foster Youth

by Robert Montoya | Nov 8, 2024 | Foster Care

Understanding and Addressing Lying Behavior in Youth in Foster Care: Strategies for Support and Improvement A Trauma-Informed Approach to Fostering Honesty and Trust Lying is a common behavior in children and adolescents, but when it comes to youth in foster care, the...

The Urgent Importance of Sibling Reunification in Foster Care

by Whitney Gilliard | Oct 25, 2024 | Foster Care

Understanding the Importance of Sibling Bonds in Foster Care The foster care system exists to provide safety and stability for children who cannot remain in their biological homes. However, in the process, siblings are often separated due to logistical challenges or...

Foster Care Explained: A Simple Guide for New Parents and Teens

by Robert Montoya | Oct 11, 2024 | Foster Care

Understanding the Key Roles and Responsibilities in the Foster Care System Understanding the various roles and responsibilities for new or prospective foster parents and youth entering the foster care system can help ease the transition and clarify what to expect....

Gilliard and Company: A New Beginning for Youth Aging Out of Foster Care

by Robert Montoya | Sep 27, 2024 | Foster Care

Providing More Than Housing for Young Adults Aging Out of Foster Care Transitioning out of the foster care system can be an overwhelming experience for young adults, particularly when faced with housing instability and the uncertainties of adult life. Gilliard and...

How to Navigate Sexual Assault Allegations in Foster Care

by Whitney Gilliard | Sep 13, 2024 | Foster Care

Understanding the Trauma-Informed Approach When addressing allegations of sexual assault in foster care, it’s crucial for foster parents and mandated reporters to approach the situation from a trauma-informed perspective. Trauma-informed care recognizes the...

My Life in Foster Care: From Turmoil to Triumph

by Whitney Gilliard | Aug 24, 2024 | Foster Care

Navigating the foster care system as a teenager was a challenging journey, filled with both moments of uncertainty and growth. From the age of 14, until I aged out at 21, I learned firsthand the crucial role that consistency, permanency, and having a trusted confidant...