June 26, 2020
When you hear the term foster family, what comes to mind? Many people automatically think of brave but clueless foster parents taking on a troubled teenager […]
July 10, 2020
The start of summer brings sunshine, soaring temperatures and more free time for your bored foster teenager at home. Whether you are leaving the house to […]
December 28, 2020
There are many different ways to find the hidden joy as a foster family, including creating new holiday traditions together. This year, plan a family-friendly celebration […]
January 22, 2021
As you prepare your family to welcome a foster child, you may be worried about how fostering will affect your biological children. This feeling is natural […]
March 19, 2021
Unless you personally know a foster family, or child or teenager taken into foster care, it’s hard to fully understand this vital need. For some, their […]
November 10, 2021
Many foster parents will tell you how grateful they are to be able to alter the course of a child’s life in such a significant way. […]
April 1, 2022
Spring is in the air, and it’s a time of new beginnings—so let’s get happy! Naturally, finding the hidden joy as a foster family takes time. […]
November 7, 2022
Preparing for the holiday season when fostering brings some unique challenges, but there is also a lot to be thankful for. Reporting on the health benefits […]
January 12, 2023
It’s the start of a happy new year for some, but for many children in foster care, the future seems filled with sadness and uncertainty. According […]
August 3, 2023
Heading into a new situation is never easy, especially for children and teenagers in foster care. In our blog article, What Back To School Means For […]
September 5, 2023
If you are new to foster parenting or want to become a foster parent in the state of Illinois, you may feel a bit unsure about […]
October 6, 2023
Halloween is lurking just around the corner, and Camelot has some tricks and treats for you! No, we’re not talking about lollipops, taffy, and chocolate bars. […]