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Update on 2013 Legislation

Thank you for helping us move the following initiatives forward this year – we couldn’t have gotten this far without your help! HB986  The Department of Human Services has begun to develop a plan for increasing the foster care reimbursement rate. HB986...

ITAO’s Advisory Committee (IAC)

In September, 2011, Family Programs Hawaii’s (FPH) It Takes An ‘Ohana Program (ITAO) brought together a group of experienced resource caregivers and adoptive parents who have a passion for creating the best outcomes possible for Hawaii’s children affected by...

Transition Guides to Assist Foster Youth and Supporting Adults

We are happy to share with you the following guides to help current and former foster youth as well as the adults  guiding them to a successful adulthood! Youth: Click here.to download a guide designed to help you identify resources and prepare for your future. ...

Adoption Tax Credit Update

Click here to see the lasted on adoption tax credit permanent: Tax credit Remember, it is no longer refundable.

ONGOING TRAINING REQUIREMENT FOR RESOURCE CAREGIVERS

All states are mandated to establish an ongoing training requirement for resource caregivers by the federal government to  ensure the safety and support of children, youth and families.  As a resource caregiver who has been “in the trenches”, I believe...