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Featured Child

Featured Child
Meet Shannon! She loves animals, especially horses. She is a sweet, caring, and very resilient young woman. Shannon is a delight to be around and wants very much to be part of a family. Learn More

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AdoptUsKids is building an online community of foster/adoption professionals and families. Get answers to questions about foster care and adoption and share your experiences and common interests. Whether you are new to foster adoption or an experienced social worker, there are discussions for you taking place on the Adoptuskids blog.


Family Stories

Each month new inspiring foster care and adoption stories are featured in the words of a youth and a family.


The Hicks Family

The Hicks started training with the idea they wanted to provide respite care. It took one class to decide they wanted to do full time foster care instead. Read their story.



Latrice

Foster care alumna Latrice found her purpose and founded an organization that provides resources and opportunities for youth that are currently in care. Read Latrice's story.