Feb 3, 2011
Hawaii’s keiki are in need of loving and nurturing Resource Families (formerly referred to as Foster Families)! In Hawai`i, Hui Ho`omalu, a program of Partners in Development Foundation, recruits, screens, processes, trains, licenses and supports Resource Families....
Feb 3, 2011
Download list of some of the questions you should ask before accepting a child into your home. Download: Questions to Ask Prior to Placement
Feb 3, 2011
Hawaii’s Child Protective Act (Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 587) lists four rights for foster parents. This article outlines these rights. Please note that recent legislation (2006) impacts the right of foster parents to attend court hearings. Download: Rights of...
Feb 3, 2011
There are many children in Hawai`i who, for reasons beyond their control, are unable to live with their parents or guardians. These children are sometimes placed in foster homes. There are several different foster care agencies in Hawaii, which are listed on our...
Jan 28, 2011
Jane Schooler, author, adoptive parent and social worker, speaks of the “psychological presence of the biological family” in our children’s lives. I know this has been true for the foster sons we have had in our home, especially during the holidays. That is why we...
