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As adolescents transition into adulthood, aging out of group homes, they achieve a significant milestone and find themselves in the midst of a new set of challenges and opportunities. It is a critical period that requires the utmost resilience and self-discovery on their part. In this blog, let us explore the various challenges faced by those aging out of group homes and offer insights into how this transition can be successfully navigated. Financial Obstacles Financial liability is the first and foremost obstacle that leaps at individuals moving out of group homes. They now have to achieve financial independence and start...

In a world where thousands of children are unable to live with their biological families due to different reasons, the foster care system has been designed to provide temporary homes for them. The system comes with a fair amount of challenges, although it was built with the intention of offering a safe and nurturing environment for these children. Let us understand, in this blog, the unique challenges surrounding foster care and the marginalized communities living within it. Disproportionate Placement Research shows consistently that children from minority backgrounds, particularly Native American, African American, and Hispanic, are overrepresented in the foster care...

In the United States, foster care plays a vital role in providing proper care for children unable to live with their biological families for various reasons. While designed to ensure children's well-being, the foster care system frequently encounters challenges that significantly impact the lives of children, foster families, and the overall functioning of the system. In this blog, let us explore the positive aspects of the foster care system in America, shedding light on the challenges it confronts. What is the Foster Care System? The Foster Care System is a government-supported program designed to provide a safe and nurturing environment...

Iszel wrote this poem (and posted to facebook) on June 4th, 2020 in response to the questions surrounding George Floyd's death.

Enjoy the first installment of the book as Elliott recalls the day he and his brothers first arrived at the Avondale Group Home for Boys, a.k.a. The House on the Hill.