Too often, foster dads don’t get enough credit. However, the value, impact and influence of a great foster dad can alter the life and legacy of a child for generations. This Father’s Day we highlight three remarkable CK Family Services’ foster and adoptive dads — Nicholas Ozegbe, Tarik Johnson and Kelly Bednar. Their stories of compassion and love remind us of the resilience foster dads possess and how transformative their mentorship and leadership can be.

The moment a person decides to open their heart and home through foster care or adoption their world is turned upside down. It’s a decision filled with hope, courage, and determination to make a difference in a young life. For some, it may come after years of longing to expand their family, while for others, it may be a sudden realization that they have the capacity to make a positive impact.

7-year-old Jackie Davis sat alone in a dark closet on punishment. Getting into trouble was routine and isolation was no stranger. He was neglected, separated from his family, abused, adopted and returned all before the age of 10. However, in the pit of his trauma a seed was planted that would bloom into a bright future.

“It was the first time I asked myself, ‘what do I want from my life and how do I want to make my life different?’” Jackie said.

3rd grade – a time filled with giggles, exploring, and epic recesses. For most 9 year-olds, that’s the perfect trifecta (just add in a tablet)! However, for gifted and talented student Luke, fun and games are a small piece of a bigger picture.

Intend to be a foster-care parent but not sure whether you would fit in or not? Foster care’s primary goal is to give these children a secure, healthy, and loving family environment when they are in need. Discredit the common myths about foster care with us at CK Family Services.

Did you know that children in treatment foster care are often the least likely to be chosen for adoption? These children spend more time in government offices and temporary foster families than in the care of a loving and fulfilling family. We believe there is a stigma associated with adopting children with different needs. Our team CK Family Services has put together this guide to help you better understand the treatment foster care program. Read on to learn more and contact us today.

Can you imagine spending even one night in a state office alone, scared, and helpless? Now imagine how a child would feel in the same situation. The state of Texas is facing one of the worst foster care crises in history as more than 200 children are forced to spend multiple nights in cold and lonely government offices. We at CK Family Services are striving to find such kids forever homes where they can thrive and become functioning members of the community. Learn more about what we know about this crisis and contact us today.

Choosing to become a foster parent is not an easy decision. Fostering is definitely a new learning experience, it can be scary, impact your typical routine, and a difficult change for biological children if you have them; overall, fostering a child can be life-changing.

If you are considering becoming a foster parent, the team at CK Family Services is so excited to help guide you through the process. While there is a lot to learn, you won’t be alone in any of it. Here are the basic steps of becoming a foster parent.

The foster care world has frequently been portrayed in films as being very challenging: a child is placed in a home and disrupts the existing family routine, acts out, causes problems, and ultimately the story ends with the child finding a loving home, often in that same family. Even though on the surface this may be a fairly accurate representation of some situations, in reality, there are dozens of things going on behind-the-scenes.

What happens during a home study visit?

In this video we discuss what happens during a home study visit. We understand the thought of someone coming to your home to assess your readiness to foster or adopt is intimidating. This video is helpful for anyone curious about the process or currently preparing for a home study visit. Share this video with the rest of the folks who live in your home. Knowing what to expect will help you and your family have a relaxed and productive home study visit.