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Celebrating Left-Handers Day: Embracing the Unique and the Extraordinary

August 13 is a special day! It’s Left-Handers Day! The Unique Charm of Left-Handers Being left-handed is more than just a quirky trait. It’s an embodiment of uniqueness and creativity….

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Finding Your Squad in Child Welfare

Hey there, awesome readers! Today, we’re diving into one of the coolest topics ever: friendships! And not just any friendships – we’re talking about those super-duper, amazing, lifelong friendships that…

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The Legacy of Fatherhood: Nurturing Hope in Child Welfare

Each month, A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI) strives to elevate the voices of its families, advocating for their needs and creating a nurturing environment where they can flourish. This month,…

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An Open Letter of Resilience: Navigating the Foster Care Journey

In this heartfelt letter, Adreonna Bates bares her soul, unveiling a deeply personal narrative etched with the indelible marks of a life lived within the foster care system. She weaves…

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The Canvas of Empowerment Through Arts, Entrepreneurship, and Community with See Clear

In honor of the 2024 Black History Month theme celebrating African Americans in the Arts, ASCI had the privilege of engaging in a conversation with Curtis and Tracey Reaves, the…

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Early Spring Cleaning Tips for a Fresh Start

As the days get longer and the temperature begins to rise, it’s the perfect time to shake off the winter blues and embark on some early spring cleaning. Refreshing your…

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A Lived Experience Story featuring Monica Palmer

Each month, A Second Chance, Inc. amplifies the voices of our kinship families through Q&A-style discussions. As an agency committed to establishing a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for children…

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4 Ways to Celebrate Christmas with Your Family

Christmas is usually a time during the year when families spend the most time together. There is an emphasis on sharing gifts and sitting around the fireplace, drinking hot cocoa!…

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ASCI Hosts 2023 Breakfast with Santa Event!

ASCI hosted our annual Breakfast with Santa on December 9, 2023! We had numerous families in attendance. Our day was jam-packed with toys, food, arts and crafts, and much more!…

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We Are A Family! A Look Into The Klein’s Adoption Journey

According to The Children’s Information Gateway, there are over 391,000 children and youth in foster care and 38 percent were placed with relatives or kin. At ASCI, we know that kinship care is…

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