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ICWA/MEPA/Cultural Competency Training

Foster Parent Training

This training is required for all foster parents each licensure period and worth 2 CEUs. This class provides information regarding the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) and the Multi-Ethnic Placement […]

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How Amanda Kneifl of KVC Nebraska Is Keeping Parents and Children Together

KVC Nebraska’s Parents and Children Together program provides in-home crisis intervention and skill-building which strengthens families.

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Foster Families are More than a Home

how foster parents support healing

Do you know all the ways foster parents support healing for youth who have experienced trauma, abuse, or neglect? Read this blog to learn more.

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KVC Nebraska Announces New President and Child Welfare Reform Plans

Ashley Brown

Ashley Brown, L.C.S.W. of KVC Nebraska has been promoted from Vice President of the behavioral healthcare and child welfare organization to President.

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Why Are Children in Foster Care?

why are children in foster care

Have you ever wondered why children are in foster care? Though many factors can cause youth to enter foster care, these are the most common reasons.

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Extended Family Home Helps Teen Achieve Healthy, Independent Life

Extended Family Homes Services

Hear how a young woman who was struggling to communicate with her family found the right place for her with the help of KVC’s Extended Family Homes Services.

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Foster Care Specialist’s Connection with Youth Builds Hope

foster care specialist's connection

As a foster care specialist who helps support youth in foster care, you can build a special bond with each and every child or teen. Hear how one specialist reconnected with children she previously supported, and how she helped them once again.

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3 Ways You Can Help End the Stigma Surrounding Mental Health

mental health

All across our community, people are struggling with mental health issues. One way we can help ensure everyone who needs help finds the support they need, is by working to reduce the stigma around mental health. Here’s how you can help.

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Q&A with Ashley Hein, Foster Care Specialist

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Meet Foster Care Specialist Ashley Hein who discusses her role in helping children and teens find safe and loving homes while in foster care.

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KVC Expands Services to Help More Families

KVC Nebraska PACT

Each day, we work to make positive, meaningful change in the lives of children and families. To help serve more in our community, we’ve added two new services. Learn more about them here.

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