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...
Every foster parent imagines taking in a neglected child and providing a loving home environment. But often the foster child is withdrawn and angry with challenging behavior issues. There is no love connection. On the one hand, the child doesn’t want to be there, so some of these behaviors are...
Imagine being the new kid in a new school. You feel self-conscious and a little scared and very alone. It’s hard for any new student. But for a child that is already struggling academically and lacks typical social skills, this scenario can be a recipe for disaster in the classroom....
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...
Your friend just informed you that they’re going to become a foster parent. How exciting! You’d like to help, but how? Foster parents are like any parent — they get tired, stressed, overwhelmed by the responsibility of being a parent. We’ve all been there. But this stress can be...
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.
