Caregivers

The Heart of Care: Honoring the Parents and Caregivers Who Show Up Every Day

Behind every child is someone who chooses to show up with patience, compassion, and unwavering support. At ASCI, we recognize and celebrate the parents and kinship caregivers who open their…

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Finding Your Way Forward: A Second Chance, Inc.’s Resource Navigation Program Is Here to Help

📍8350 Frankstown Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15221📞 (412) 342-0727📧 asciresources@asecondchance-kinship.com Finding the right resources can sometimes feel overwhelming, but no one has to navigate challenges alone. A Second Chance, Inc.’s Resource…

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A Message to Fathers and Father Figures During Men’s Mental Health Month

Fathers and Father Figures Deserve to Be Asked How They’re Doing Men’s Mental Health Month is a reminder of something many fathers and father figures rarely hear: you matter in…

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A Home Made by Family: Sharda and Vae’s Kinship Care Journey

Each month, A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI) amplifies the voices of our kinship families. As an agency committed to establishing safe, secure, and nurturing environments for children entrusted to relatives…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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A Morning of Magic: Breakfast with Santa at ASCI

On December 13, ASCI welcomed families for one of the most heartwarming events of the year, our annual Breakfast with Santa. The morning was filled with laughter, delicious food, festive…

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When the Seasons Shift: Understanding SAD in Families in Care

As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, many people find themselves feeling a little less motivated, a little more tired, and a little more sad than usual. For…

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State Pauses SNAP Payments — What It Means for Families

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has announced a temporary pause on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments following notice from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) that federal…

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