September 25, 2024
Adoption is an incredibly personal process that is different for every family. Many families, when they consider adoption, think about… Continue reading Adopting a Teen or Older Child: Considerations & Where to Start
For young men and women in foster care, turning 18 represents independence. At this point, they can leave the foster… Continue reading Aging Out of Foster Care: The Voluntary Agreement
Many people consider opening their hearts and homes to a child in need, but hesitate because they believe their current… Continue reading Can You Foster as a Single Parent?
With over 17,000 children under the care of the state in Arizona, foster care plays an important role in ensuring… Continue reading Foster Care Bill of Rights: Full List of Rights for Arizona Foster Children
Updated January 5, 2026 America’s child welfare agencies support thousands of children every year. Most of these private and public… Continue reading Foster Care Statistics in Arizona
Updated June 3, 2026 Foster care and adoption both provide children with loving, stable homes, but they serve different purposes.… Continue reading Foster Care vs Adoption: What Are The Differences?
Adoption can come with financial challenges, whether pursued domestically or internationally. Adopting from foster care, however, is often more financially… Continue reading How Much Does it Cost to Adopt a Child from Foster Care?
Blog Highlights: State government entities (Department of Child Safety (DCS), Department Economic Security (DES), AHCCCS) cover many of the costs… Continue reading How Much Does It Cost to Foster a Child?
Did you know that there are approximately 10,000 children and youth in Arizona’s foster care system, but less than 2,400… Continue reading How to Become a Foster Parent in Arizona