by Ashley Bennett, Director of Trauma-Informed Care I think a pretty good analogy for the foster care system is that of being on a roller coaster, right? So many ups and downs and twists and turns. It’s so easy to get on that roller coaster. For birth family members...
What life might need to look like after saying YES and welcoming a new child? When you invite a child to join your family, you become …
by Ashley Bennett, Director of Trauma-Informed Care When my boys first came to me, they were several grade levels behind academically. Their records indicated they had missed a substantial amount of the previous school year and from what I could tell, homework and...
by Ashley Bennett, Director of Trauma-Informed Care Keeping your kiddo regulated in the classroom can be tough! But it's a key component to helping them succeed. Here are a few easy ideas to consider talking to your teacher about if you have a kiddo who is struggling....
When we bring home a newborn baby from the hospital, life around us seems to halt. We clear our calendars around the upcoming due date …
by Ashley Bennett, Director of Trauma-Informed Care Let's face it, the after school meltdown can be REAL. Your kiddos have done their best to listen to other adults all day, stay seated when they want to move around, take turns, engage social situations, and learn all...
by Ashley Bennett, Director of Trauma-Informed Care If you're reading this resource, you might be looking for ways to prepare your children to become a foster family. Or you might have already said YES and a new child's entrance into your family may have shaken the...
Friends, We are excited to announce that we are hosting The Restore Network's Inaugural Golf Outing on Friday, September 24, 2021! Registration begins at 12:30 pm followed by a shotgun start at 1:30pm. This is an excellent opportunity to hit the links for a good...
You’ve just welcomed a new child into your home! You’re making appointments, enrolling them in school, adjusting your plans, and …
We all know birth family visits can bring out lots of big feelings for our kids. For some, there is happiness and anticipation. But …