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by Meg Roetto, MSW, LMSW, LFCS Adoption Case Worker – Southwest Office Sometimes the adoption process can feel like a hurry up and wait process.  During the home study process your time is filled with paperwork, interviews, ... [Read More]

~by Janice Raeber, Vice President – LFCS Foundation On my way in to work today, I decided to splurge and drove through McDonald’s for a vanilla iced coffee. When I reached window #1,  I was told that ... [Read More]

by LFCS Therapist, Elizabeth Flynn, MSW Raising children in this day and age is not for the faint of heart.  You love them, but they can drive you to the point of crazy at any given time.  ... [Read More]

Blog by LFCS Therapist, Kelli Manoogian, MA, LPC Self-injury is a topic that is being brought up more frequently related to children and adolescents. Many parents are bewildered as to what self-injury is and how to address ... [Read More]

The best answer, according to the experts, is not at all.    You may wonder why this is the advice.  But, think about it – was it ever fun when your parents talked to you about your weight?  ... [Read More]

by LFCS Therapist, Tanya Lemmon, MSW, LCSW Last week I posted a blog on First Time Parents:  Moms.  Here’s another one with tips for first time dads! Thankfully, children do not come full grown! They grow one ... [Read More]

No vacation is worry-free. The weather can be bad, someone can get stung by a bee, luggage can be lost, etc., etc.  But, a few handy tips can mean a much more enjoyable family vacation for everyone.  Here ... [Read More]

Blog by LFCS Therapist, Tanya Lemmon, MSW, LCSW My husband and I will become first time parents this December! We are so excited but we also have admitted to each other the reality of our concerns about ... [Read More]

One bite at a time! 5 Reasons You’ll Want to Set Up Monthly Giving 1. It’s easier.  People often find they can make a bigger impact by consistently donating in bite sizes that fit their monthly budget. ... [Read More]

Do your children get enough exercise? It is important that children get adequate exercise in order to prevent physical health concerns and obesity. However, it is also extremely important for their mental health. It is recommended that ... [Read More]

It seems as though we have finally settled into our school year routines and then summer break jolts us into another transition. Camps, swim teams, vacation bible school and a litany of other activities replace the established ... [Read More]

There are many ways to make an impact at Lutheran Family and Children’s Services, and we want to help you plan a gift that fits your goals. Our new website puts the gift planning resources you need ... [Read More]