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Sharing responsibility and strengthening the family

Sixteen-year-old Sarah wanted to help care for her five siblings to support her family and because she was excited to become a mother herself one day. Unfortunately, her parents struggled with substance abuse and relied too heavily on Sarah to care for their younger children. They were referred to The Foundling and our team worked with the family to combat their substance abuse and to understand how their actions affected Sarah and her brothers and sisters. The right program model and their self-motivation helped them to move on and redistribute the responsibility for the family’s care.

July 2, 2019/by Elefant Design

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Child Welfare, Foster Care, Mother and Child Program, Programs

Creating a Better Future for Her Family

Oumou left Guinea as a young teenager, escaping the risk of an arranged marriage. Soon after arriving in the United States she became pregnant, and the relative she was living with told her she was no longer welcome in his house. Fortunately, she was referred to The Foundling’s residential program for pregnant and parenting teens in foster care, where she was welcomed with open arms. Today, with help from our staff, Oumou is creating a better future for her family.

July 2, 2019/by Elefant Design

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Community Habilitation, Day Habilitation, Developmental Disabilities, Employment Services, Programs, Residential Services, Respite Care, The Thrive Network

Striving for Independence

Carl’s disabilities aren’t seen as obstacles to living an independent and fulfilling life. With hands-on training and coaching from his care management team at The Foundling, Carl sets out to conquer the day from the moment his alarm clock rings. From preparing healthy meals in his supported apartment to managing his bank account and enjoying time with friends, Carl is setting and exceeding his own goals. Last summer, Carl began working at a local nursing home. He’s taking on new responsibilities and is becoming more and more independent, taking advantage of all the opportunities available to him.

July 2, 2019/by Elefant Design

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Child Welfare, College Bound, Education, Educational Advocacy, Foster Care, Programs, Road to Success, The Dormitory Project

Christina came to the U.S. to live with a relative…

Christina came to the U.S. to live with a relative when she was just 6 months old, leaving behind her 14-year-old mother, who was unable to provide the care at age 11 when her safety was at risk. With help from the Foundling, Christina was given the opportunities she needed to become the woman she is today.

July 2, 2019/by Elefant Design

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Child Welfare, Foster Care, Programs

Ohilda was ready to move cross-country for a new job…

Ohilda was ready to move cross-country for a new job when she received an unexpected phone call: “You’re an aunt!” In that same moment, she was asked to become a foster mom to baby Elizabeth. Ohilda dropped everything, changed her plans, and agreed. From the second newborn Elizabeth arrived at Ohilda’s door, The Foundling has provided guidance and resources to make sure Elizabeth, now 5 and living with special needs, receives the best possible medical and mental health care. “There’s no greater reward than being a foster parent,” Ohilda frequently shares with friends.

July 2, 2019/by Elefant Design

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Child Welfare, Foster Care, Programs

Looking at Maya now, you’d never know the difficulties she…

Looking at Maya now, you’d never know the difficulties she had as a baby. Today, she’s a spunky toddler who loves Mickey Mouse and lollipops and has doting parents who adore her, but Maya spent her first two years in foster care. Last Christmas, she was adopted by Chrissy and Jared, and changed the whole family’s future forever.

July 2, 2019/by Elefant Design

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College Bound, Education, Programs, Road to Success, The Dormitory Project

Like many children in the child welfare system, high school…

Like many children in the child welfare system, high school was a challenge for Emahni, who struggled in class and had difficulty completing her homework. Through The Foundling, Emahni was connected with Kat, who tutored her and even helped her submit her college applications. Thanks to Kat and The Foundling, Emahni passed her tests, graduated from high school, and was accepted into college. Kat was with her every step of the way.

July 2, 2019/by Elefant Design

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Adolescent Mentoring Program, Close to Home, Families Rising, Juvenile & Criminal Justice, Kids Experiencing Young Successes, Programs

As a young teen, Justice was arrested and found himself…

As a young teen, Justice was arrested and found himself facing a serious criminal accusation and possible jail time. His judge referred him to The Foundling’s juvenile justice program, and the intensive counseling and support he and his family received from his therapist, Stephanie, helped him to avoid a criminal record and get back on the path to success.

July 2, 2019/by Elefant Design

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Child Welfare, Crisis Nursery, Programs

When David and his wife faced the possibility of living…

When David and his wife faced the possibility of living in their car, they knew they needed to keep their four children safe and called The Foundling’s Crisis Nursery. While their children were cared for in the nursery, The Foundling connected David and his wife to the resources they needed to get back on their feet and bring their children home.

July 2, 2019/by Elefant Design

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Adolescent Mentoring Program, Close to Home, Families Rising, Juvenile & Criminal Justice, Kids Experiencing Young Successes, Programs

Edward and his son Malik consider their therapist Catie a…

Edward and his son Malik consider their therapist Catie a member of their family. As a youth, Malik was lost in the juvenile justice system and Catie helped get him on the right track. When Malik graduated high school, he proudly texted a picture of himself and his diploma to Catie.

July 2, 2019/by Elefant Design

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