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It Takes an Ohana

It Takes an Ohana

Hawaii's Foster & Adoption Resource

‘Foster Care Issues’ Articles


Doctors Argue Against Use of Term “Meth Babies”

On July 25, 2005 more than 90 leading medical specialists released a public letter calling on the media to stop the use of such terms as “ice babies” and “meth babies.”


Interview Process for Sexually Abused Children

Many of the children who are in foster care because of having been sexually abused come to one of the Children’s Justice Centers to be interviewed.


Methamphetamine-Induced Dual Diagnostic Issues

PowerPoint presentation by Dr. Pablo Stewart, psychiatric consultant to the Hawaii Department of Human Services Child Welfare Branch.


Teen Pregnancy of Youth in Foster Care

A recent research brief published by the National Campaign indicates that teen girls in foster care are 2.5 times more likely to have been pregnant by age 19 than those not in foster care.


Womb Mates: When Sibling Rights & Child-Parent Attachment Clash

Regina Kupecky, an attachment specialist and former adoption placement worker, argues against moving children who are in stable, loving placements just for the sake of placing with a sibling.


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    • May 17, 2013
      Pathways to Healing: Understanding the Trauma Behind the Behavior

      Children & youth in foster care have experienced some form of trauma. Caregivers play an important role in helping create a safe home. Guest Speakers: Tia Roberts, MSW, Paula Quealy, M.Ed., & Crystal Brown of Project Kealahou


      9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay
    • May 23, 2013
      Pathways to Healing: Understanding the Trauma Behind the Behavior

      Children & youth in foster care have experienced some form of trauma. Caregivers play an important role in helping create a safe home. Guest Speakers: Tia Roberts, MSW, Paula Quealy, M.Ed., & Crystal Brown of Project Kealahou


      9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Imiloa Astronomy Center of Hawaii
    • May 30, 2013
      Pathways to Healing: Understanding the Trauma Behind the Behavior

      Children & youth in foster care have experienced some form of trauma. Caregivers play an important role in helping create a safe home. Guest Speakers: Tia Roberts, MSW, Paula Quealy, M.Ed., & Crystal Brown of Project Kealahou


      9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Maui Beach Hotel
    • May 31, 2013
      Teen DayVII:Dream4Real

      This event that holds the power to help Hawaii foster youth create a future of hope. Youth who are eligible to attend are youth ages 14 – 16 in DHS permanent custody, guardianship as well as youth in foster care where reunification is doubtful. If they have siblings close to this age, they are also welcome to come.

      The youth’s caregiver/guardian, social worker, and GAL/VGAL are also invited! Registration forms are on page 2 and 3 of flyer. Call 540-2543 with questions.


      11:00 am - 4:00 pm, Ronald T. Y. Moon Courthouse
    • June 6, 2013
      Pathways to Healing: Understanding the Trauma Behind the Behavior

      Children & youth in foster care have experienced some form of trauma. Caregivers play an important role in helping create a safe home. Guest Speakers: Tia Roberts, MSW, Paula Quealy, M.Ed., & Crystal Brown of Project Kealahou


      9:00 am - 3:00 pm,
    • June 22, 2013
      Pathways to Healing: Understanding the Trauma Behind the Behavior

      Children & youth in foster care have experienced some form of trauma. Caregivers play an important role in helping create a safe home. Guest Speakers: Tia Roberts, MSW, Paula Quealy, M.Ed., & Crystal Brown of Project Kealahou

      SPECIAL NOTE: There will be a simultaneous event at the conference just for teens age 13 to 18 that includes gift card prizes!


      8:30 am - 2:30 pm, Ala Moana Hotel

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