Everyone gets stressed now and then. It’s part of the human condition. But ongoing stress can cause a multitude of health issues when left unchecked. Many stress factors are outside of our control, which is the main reason they are stressful! And when we are stressed, we tend to make...
Pool Safety Summer is in full swing and families are heading to the swimming pool for fun and relief from the heat. But with water play comes some inherent risks that must not be ignored. Pool safety is a number one priority. A foster parent takes on the tremendous...
It’s Not Fair Normally, a young person’s 18th birthday is a highly anticipated time of celebration. But for those in foster care, it can mean being launched unprepared into a harsh world. Few parents are likely to throw their child out of the house on their 18th birthday. But with...
A Painful Reminder. Just as with Mother’s Day, Father’s day can be a difficult time for foster youth. With the flood of advertisements, school craft projects, greeting cards, and special events, it’s pretty hard to ignore. And for the child without a biological father in their life, it can be...
Dear grieving friend, I know you’re hurting right now. You loved that little one well and poured so much of yourself into her. And I know you’ve been rooting for this day. She’s finally returning to her birth family, something she’s been longing for. You’re happy for her. You’ve got...
Relationships can flourish or suffer based on our expectations of others. With kids in foster care, you need to be extra aware of your expectations as well as helping the youth in your care set their expectations. As we enter the holiday season, there are bound to be many opportunities for...
As we approach the holiday and year-end giving season, you’ll inevitably be bombarded with opportunities to give. With all the disasters and hardship around the globe, the need has never been greater for generosity and selfless giving. “Charity begins at home.” Starting with your own family, and spreading...
It’s normal to have concerns when considering something as important as becoming a Foster Parent (now known as Resource Parent in the state of California). After all, you’ll be the primary care giver for one or more children — children that have been through a traumatic life event or possibly...
Avant-Garde Foster Family Agency honored by Corona Chamber of Commerce
CORONA, CA – 7/31/19 – Corona Chamber of Commerce presented Avant-Garde FFA with the Economic Enrichment Award. This award is presented to member businesses for adding to the progressive growth of workforce development by providing employment within our region.
Avant-Garde is honored to be a member in good standing of Corona Chamber of Commerce.
