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Too Many Goodbyes: How Foster Care Instability Impacts Children

In this episode, we talk with Rita Soronen about the impact of foster care instability and what caregivers...

By Creating a Family: Talk about Adoption, Foster & Kinship Care
August 11, 2026
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What happens to kids who never get adopted?

Rita Soronen, president and CEO of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption breaks down the real state...

By Fathernetics
July 16, 2026
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7 Fears about Permanency for Legal Professionals

No matter your role in a youth’s case, following are some actions to consider in supporting their permanency...
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Voices Matter: Practical Tips for Discussing Permanency with Youth

Youth voices matter. The following are practical tips for discussing permanency with youth in foster...
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Webinar Recap: Preparing Youth for Permanency Through Meaningful Relationships

In this webinar recording, the Dave Thomas Foundation staff discusses the importance of starting permanency...
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7 Fears of Legal Permanency: A Resource for Caseworkers

Following are the seven most common fears about permanency that WWK recruiters hear, as well as strategies...
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A Home for Every Child: Aligning Policy, Practice and Data

Rita Soronen participated in a panel discussion exploring how child welfare leaders are responding to...

By Northwoods
May 18, 2026
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Unpacking the “No”: Working with Youth Resistant to Permanency

It’s important for child welfare professionals to assist youth in unpacking their fears about permanency...
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Consistency is Key in Search for Legal Permanency: National Hospitality Week Aims to Help

Get involved to show your support during National Hospitality Week.

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