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Aging Out of Foster Care: Jake’s Story

When his father voluntarily terminated parental rights, it was up to Jake to figure out what to do after...
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A Plan to Say “Yes” Meant Everything: Kate’s Adoption Story

My mom has given me a life where I can be anyone and achieve anything. She loves me unconditionally....
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Session Recording: Becoming Fluent in Difficult Stories

Beth Guckenberger shares practical strategies and inspirational stories to help in navigating challenging...
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Webinar Recap: Adoption & Foster Care Benefits at Work

In this webinar recording, hear from staff at the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption about how you can...
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How to Become an Adoption- and Foster-Friendly Workplace in 5 Steps

Here are five steps to making adoption and foster care supported options for every working parent.
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Laying Down Fears to Become a Family: Kyleigh’s Story

“I want to be a teacher,” Kyleigh said. “And if I didn’t have a parent, then I don’t think...
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5 Best Practices to Achieve Legal Permanency for Children in Foster Care

5 best practices to help achieve legal permanency for the youth child welfare professionals serve. ...
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Wendy’s Wonderful Kids® Professionals Celebrate 20 Years of Impact at Annual Summit

In June 2025, the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption welcomed more than 550 Wendy’s Wonderful...
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2025 Supervisor of the Year: Vance from Ohio

During the 2025 Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Summit, the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption recognized Vance...

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