ASCI’s Webinar Series: Ending Hidden Foster Care
A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI) and Think of Us are proud to invite you to an important and timely webinar on Monday, February 26th, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. ET. This…
Self-Love for Youth in Care: Embrace Your Power!
Hey there! If you’re a youth in care, you’ve probably faced a lot of tough stuff in your life. Maybe it’s feeling like you don’t belong, or dealing with big…
The Heart of Family: Embracing Love and Heritage in Togetherness
Family is the cornerstone of our lives, offering love, support, and connection that shapes our identities. For families in care, these bonds are especially profound, reflecting values found in Native…
Celebrating Teachers’ Impact on Youth in Care during Teacher Appreciation Week
As Teacher Appreciation Week approaches, it’s essential to recognize the profound impact educators have on shaping the lives of students. Beyond teaching academic subjects, teachers serve as mentors, advocates, and…
Blossoming Resilience: Spring’s Renewal in Child Welfare
The arrival of spring not only brings about a change in the weather but also holds a profound significance for those involved in child welfare. As the natural world sheds…
Building Bonds that Last a Lifetime
As February unfolds, hearts around the world are not only beating in sync with Valentine’s Day but are also resonating with the spirit of International Friendship Month. While friendships are…
August Wilson’s Legacy: Illuminating Hope and Resilience through Arts Engagement in Foster Care
In the vibrant tapestry of Black History Month 2024, a theme of profound resonance emerges—African Americans in the Arts. As we celebrate the extraordinary contributions of African Americans to the…
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…
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…
The Reaffirmation of ICWA: Reaffirming Native Cultural Identities and Family Structure
During November, we celebrate National American Indian Heritage Month by respecting the distinctive and divergent histories of American Indians and Alaskan Natives (AI/AN). While we celebrate their rich histories, we…