World Semicolon Day: A Symbol of Hope, Strength, and Continuation
At A Second Chance, Inc., we know that life’s journey isn’t always a straight line. Youth and families navigating the child welfare system can often feel overwhelmed. That’s why World…
National Love Our Children Day & the Power of Kinship Care
Every child deserves to feel safe, seen, and deeply loved. On National Love Our Children Day, we’re reminded just how important that is. At A Second Chance, Inc., this day…
Love Without Conditions: The Story of Ana and Tiny
Each month, A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI) amplifies the voices of our kinship families. As an agency committed to establishing a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for children entrusted to…
Kin is You. Kin is Me. Kin is We.
At A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI), we believe in the power of connection. “Kin is you. Kin is me. Kin is we.” It’s more than just a saying. It’s a…
The Importance of Youth Leadership in Child Welfare
At A Second Chance, Inc., we believe that the future of child welfare is shaped by the voices of the children and youth at the center of the system. Youth…
Growing Self-Esteem Through Kinship
February is International Boost Self-Esteem Month, a time to honor the value, confidence, and inner strength of every child. At ASCI, we know that self-esteem grows through connection, care, and…
Connection and Community for Youth in Care
This International Friendship Month, we celebrate the power of friendship, especially for youth in care who may have experienced numerous transitions. For young people in care, forming and maintaining friendships…
Kin Is the Heartbeat of Every Family
February is American Heart Month, a time to honor the heart in all its forms, the one that keeps us alive, the one that feels joy and sorrow, and the…
Give Kids A Smile Day: Spreading Joy, One Smile at a Time
Smiles are magical! They can brighten a day, lift a mood, and remind us that someone cares. ASCI celebrates youth in care and the joy that comes from sharing a…
Unlocking the Power of Reading for Families in Care
On February 7, we celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day, a day dedicated to inspiring a lifelong love of reading and learning. For children and youth in care,…