Children's Services Archives - Holy Cross Services Michigan

08 Mar

Self-Help Books To Help Achieve Your Goals In 2019

From tips to be a successful teenager to suggestions on how to rid your life of the negative influences, self-help books are effective tools for anyone looking for inspiration and possibly a little guidance.(more…)

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12 Oct

Tips for creating healthy family time

As it gets even more challenging to stay healthy, whether you’re a child or a parent, there’s a growing need to adopt habits that keep everyone in your family eating smart and staying fit. (more…)

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26 Sep

Tips to build good study habits for your child

With school back in full swing, you may be thinking about how you can help your children establish good study habits that help them succeed in the classroom.(more…)

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25 May

How to raise your foster child’s self-esteem

Raising a foster child's self-esteem is important. Confidence issues typically stem from underlying issues because they've been removed from the home they know. In extreme cases, they may have also experienced abuse, abandonment or even the death of a parent. (more…)

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18 May

How to foster a teenager

There are many benefits to fostering a teen. There are plenty of rewarding milestones to be part of, including watching them grow into adulthood, seeing them head off to college and supporting them through graduation. (more…)

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11 May

Becoming a foster parent starts with a solid foundation

Becoming a foster parent is one of the most rewarding adventures you’ll ever experience.

The journey may seem daunting at first with so many variables you’re probably thinking about as you begin. But do not fear, there are plenty of supports for you. Don’t get overwhelmed. (more…)

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04 May

How becoming a foster parent helps

Becoming a foster parent is a life-changing opportunity for both you and the children you take into your home. Most importantly, though, this type of care can break the cycle of poverty, meaning you’re helping people for generations to come. (more…)

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16 Apr

Be vigilant and prevent child abuse

There are so many ways people can help prevent child abuse. Everyone just needs to know what to look for, what their options are in terms of helping out and they need to get involved wherever possible. (more…)

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06 Apr

Child abuse prevention — the best strategy

Despite recent progress in cracking down on child abuse, millions of people continue to be referred to services in the United States every year, according to industry figures. (more…)

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