Foster Parents

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An Inside Look at Single-Parent Foster Care

By FCCY / April 9, 2024

Our Family Care for Children & Youth (FCCY) organization in Pennsylvania believes every child deserves a stable and loving home, even if it means being cared for by a single parent. Single-parent foster care is a valuable option for individuals who have the passion and dedication to provide a nurturing environment for children in need.…

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What Are the Different Types of Foster Care?

By FCCY / April 9, 2024

At Family Care for Children & Youth (FCCY) in Pennsylvania, we are dedicated to ensuring that every child finds a stable and loving home where they can thrive. Understanding the different types of foster care and what foster care placement options are available to children can provide valuable insight into how you a parent can…

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Best Books for Children in Foster Care

By FCCY / June 20, 2023

As a foster parent, doing your best to make the children in your care feel loved, comfortable, and cared for is an integral part of what you do. Whether it’s helping your foster children through difficult times or it’s simply just hanging out with them, figuring out what they need from you is important. One…

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FCCY’s Guide to Foster Care

By FCCY / October 10, 2022

Foster care is often misrepresented, and a lot of families don’t know the entire truth of the practice. At Family Care for Children & Youth (FCCY), we are committed to changing the lives of Pennsylvanians through our connections with loving local families. Continue reading and contact us today to learn more about foster care! What…

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Tips for Dealing With the Difficulties of Fostering

By FCCY / April 4, 2022

When you’ve decided to open your home and your life to children in need by becoming a foster parent, you’re helping to make a positive impact. However, being a foster parent isn’t always easy, and while most fosters are prepared, there can still be surprises when it comes to challenges and difficulties of handling a…

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Common Questions That Foster Parents Have

By FCCY / January 11, 2022

We understand that the foster care system is not only difficult to navigate, but also potentially frustrating once you’re involved with your situation. As a potential parent, we know that you’ll have a ton of questions. Contact us today via our site or at (833) 428-1458 and and let us help you set up a…

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