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By appearances, she seemed so innocent with bright green eyes and curly brown hair. An only child of a well-educated, successful couple, Lexi had access to opportunities that others dream of. She attended a private school, lived ... [Read More]

Are you facing a life crisis and need care for your child? Did you know that Lutheran Family and Children’s Services can help? Before taking out your depression, anxiety, or hopelessness on your kids, contact LFCS. Homelessness, domestic violence, ... [Read More]

Child abuse is not always obvious. But by learning some of the common warning signs of abuse and neglect, you can catch the problem as early as possible and get both the child and the abuser the ... [Read More]

Bruises and broken bones are not the only indicators of abuse. Deep scars left by neglect or emotional abuse may go unseen, but have lasting impact. Breaking the cycle of abuse is needed for so many children, but first we ... [Read More]

A little over 30 years ago, advocates from Missouri and all over the country convinced Congress that child abuse and neglect prevention deserved attention on a federal level and in 1984, under the leadership of President Reagan, ... [Read More]

Because aggressive behavior can often lead to violence, learning how to de-escalate feelings is an important life skill for children and teens.  Here at LFCS, we teach kids how to be in charge of their feelings through evidence-based programs. Are you struggling ... [Read More]

In the days and weeks following a high-profile tragedy, kids may have a lot of questions about whether something like this could happen to them. In fact, parents themselves may have a lot of worries about the ... [Read More]

What are we teaching today’s generation about gender roles? Is it time to challenge and overcome stereotypes? Here are two films that reflect on current culture. Will they inspire community transformation? You tell us. The Mask You Live In and ... [Read More]

Society and the media often promote negative social norms in regards to substance abuse. As a result, children and teens can be misinformed on the subject. They often overestimate the number of people who use drugs. Young ... [Read More]

Has your child been having conflicts with peers or having difficulty making friends? As a parent, you want to help your child succeed in school, both academically and socially. If your child is struggling socially, you can ... [Read More]

Open adoptions are becoming more and more common. Even though both birth parents and adoptive parents may enter an open adoption willingly, there may be underlying fears that need to be addressed.  We asked one of our adoptive ... [Read More]

Our lives today seem busier than ever, and family bonding time may seem hard to find. However, spending more time as a family can improve your child’s physical and mental health. The Family Dinner Project is an ... [Read More]