Celebrating National Preschool Health and Fitness Day: Fun Ways to Keep Little Ones Active!
Did you know that National Preschool Health and Fitness Day is a thing? It’s a special day dedicated to getting our tiny tots moving and fostering healthy habits early on….
Teen Driving Awareness Month: Fun, Safe, and Smart!
Hey, teen drivers! January is Teen Driving Awareness Month, and it’s the perfect time to focus on staying safe behind the wheel – while still having fun. Whether you’ve just…
Empowering Survivors: Stephanie Fox’s Advocacy for Domestic Violence Victims
In the ongoing fight against domestic violence, the role of advocacy is critical in shaping policies that protect and empower survivors. Stephanie Fox, the Director of Governmental Relations at The…
Drowning Prevention: The Vital Role of Swimwear Color
As we delve into the depths of summer, enjoying water activities becomes a cherished pastime for many. Whether it’s a day at the beach or a refreshing dip in the…
The Importance of Acknowledging Minority Mental Health
Minority Mental Health Month is recognized to bring awareness to the unique struggles that racial and ethnic minority communities face regarding mental illness in the United States. According to McLean…
Honoring Kinship Caregivers on National Caregivers Day!
According to The Children’s Bureau, there are over 407,000 children and youth in foster care and 34 percent were placed with relatives or kin. This is why, A Second Chance, Inc. strives…
Ways to Celebrate the New Year with Family and Friends
2023 is right around the corner! With so many things that have happened in 2022, next year will surely be a time of fruitfulness for kinship families all over the…
30 Years of Knowledge Building for an Effective Kin-First Culture: A Natural Family Resource for Children in and out of the Child Welfare System
Sharon McDaniel, Ph.D., EdD, MPA President and CEO, A Second Chance, Inc. I am an alumnus of what is now known as kinship care. Today we prefer to call this “lived…
National Baby Safety Month: Recommendations for Kinship Caregivers on Baby Safety Kelly Starver, Ph.D. Nursing
The month of September recognizes baby safety and kinship care as national designations. For many kinship caregivers, having a baby in the house or caring for a baby may be a completely new experience. …