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Homeschooling
Homeschooling is uncharted territory for many parents. If you are feeling overwhelmed by this unexpected challenge, you aren’t alone and LFCS is here…
8 Truths about Birth Moms
There are many misconceptions wen it comes to birth moms, also known as women who choose to make an adoption plan. Read…
Amy: Managing the Impact of Childhood Trauma
Amy and her two younger brothers were raised by their single mother. Their dad left years ago, unable to manage the challenges of…
Learning Resiliency
Now more than ever, kids are being exposed to mature content. With a 24-hour news cycle, issues in our schools and communities, media…
Making Dreams Come True
Lera had big dreams. She was bright, enthusiastic, and guided by an ambition to make a difference. At 19, Lera moved to the…
From Caseworker to Mother of 3
“I don’t even like kids!” were the words I uttered for nearly 17 years. I never wanted biological children; it was not important…
Openness: Adoption Today
In 2017, American Adoptions reported that 95% of today’s adoptions involve some level of openness, whether they are mediated, fully open or somewhere…
Thanks for helping “A Million Dreams” Come True for Kids in Need!
From the bottom of our hearts, we want to thank to everyone who supported the 36th Annual LFCS Dinner and Auction! The event…
Childhood Gripped by Anxiety
What happens when childhood becomes gripped by anxiety and fear? Maya was a typical elementary school student. She had a several friends, enjoyed…
Overcoming Trauma
Imagine being six-years-old and you have just started kindergarten. You are learning to read and making new friends at school. Then, abruptly, you are…