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The Women Who Raised Me: A Memoir
The author, Victoria Rowell, is a former foster youth who is presenting July 19th at the `Ohana is Forever Conference in Kaneohe. I look forward to reading her book before we hear her.
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The author, Victoria Rowell, is a former foster youth who is presenting July 19th at the `Ohana is Forever Conference in Kaneohe. I look forward to reading her book before we hear her.
Hawai`i is celebrating National Reunification Month for the first time this year by honoring Mr. U’U & Ms. ‘Satyo’ Dosland. You can find their story on the American Bar Association website by following this link. This story demonstrates the power of love – a father’s love for his children as well as a social worker’s love and dedication to bringing healing to the families she works with.
The author, Victoria Rowell, is a former foster youth who is presenting July 19th at the `Ohana is Forever Conference in Kaneohe. I look forward to reading her book before we hear her.
In his book “How Children Succeed”, Paul Tough argues that the qualities that matter most have more to do with character: skills like perseverance, curiosity, conscientiousness, optimism, and self-control. Click here to read more.
A new book has just come out that can help explain adoption to children who have been taken from biological parents due to neglect or harm!
Hootah’s Baby is a story about a mother owl whose life-style choices have made it impossible to be an effective mother. The community steps in to ensure the baby’s safety. It is not about whether or not the mother loves her baby. It is all about mothering skills and the child’s need to be safe. Follow link to learn more.
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
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
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
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.
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
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!