A Kinship Caregiver’s Guide to Caring for Diverse Hair Textures
Among the daily routines of meals, school adjustments, and bedtime, one aspect of care that may catch new caregivers off guard is caring for natural, curly, or coily hair textures….
Navigating the Family Reunification Process: A Guide for Relatives
Family reunification is the ultimate goal of the child welfare system, and it’s a milestone for your family. However, reunification can bring a mix of emotions. You may feel genuine…
The Hidden Costs of Kinship Care: What Kinship Caregivers Need to Know
When a child enters kinship care, life can change quickly. Along with providing a safe and loving home, caregivers may suddenly face new responsibilities and expenses, from clothing and food…
Informal vs. Formal Kinship Care: What You Need to Know
When a child enters your home unexpected or through a planned family agreement, your immediate priority is providing a safe, loving place to land. As a relative—whether you are a…
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…
You Are Beautiful in Your Skin
June is Beautiful in Your Skin Month, and here at ASCI, we’re taking this moment to speak directly to every young person in care: You are enough, just as you…
Free and Low-Cost Summer Programs for Youth in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia
Summer break is a great opportunity for children and teens to explore new interests, stay active, and continue learning outside the classroom. Fortunately, families in both Pittsburgh and Philadelphia have…
Fatherhood Is Showing Up: PapPap’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…
Where Belief Begins: Inside the Travis Malloy Meet & Greet
The Travis Malloy Meet & Greet was a powerful moment of connection, encouragement, and growth for youth and families. This experience created a space where young people felt truly seen,…