All Our Kids launches Foster Care Awareness Campaign during Foster Care Awareness Month

All Our Kids launches Foster Care Awareness Campaign during Foster Care Awareness Month

HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) - A foster child can need a family for days, months, or years. It’s a process that can be difficult for someone becoming a foster parent. "For one, you don't necessarily know the children in your care. So learning and understanding what their needs are and how to meet them is a huge challenge," said Marianna Litovich, Founder & Executive Director, AOK in Holyoke. For some families, it can be unplanned or unexpected. "We are…

City of West Plains Recognizes May as Foster Care Month

In recognition of National Foster Care Month, Mayor Mike Topliff signed a proclamation honoring May as Foster Care Month in the City of West Plains. The proclamation highlights the critical role foster families, advocates, and support organizations play in the lives of children and youth in need. Joining Mayor Topliff for the occasion were representatives from several local organizations dedicated to supporting foster care efforts, including the…