Innovation doesn't just happen by chance. It often starts with the right environment. Groups, big or small, play a big role in making this happen. They can create spaces where new ideas can grow. But how exactly do they do this? First, groups can bring people together. When different minds come together, they share different views. This mix of ideas can lead to some...
In Colorado, 3, 448 kids are waiting for more than just a place to sleep. They are waiting for a place to belong. These kids didn't ask to be in foster care. They ended up there because of things like abuse, neglect, or because their parents are dealing with big problems like addiction or mental health issues. Some kids even lost their parents and now have to figure ...
In Charleston, a nonprofit is on a mission to help more families consider adoption and fostering. Lifeline Children’s Services of South Carolina is hosting a free event to share details about these options. The goal? To give families a clear picture of how they can provide a stable home for children in need. Right now, over 3, 000 kids are in South Carolina’s foster...
Kitten season is a busy time for animal shelters. This period, which usually happens during warmer months, sees a surge in the number of newborn kittens. Shelters often struggle to keep up with the influx, especially when it comes to caring for very young kittens. These tiny felines need constant attention and feeding, which can be a challenge for shelters that are a...
Hugh Jackman, the famous actor, surprised many when he and his wife Deborra-Lee Furness decided to go their separate ways in 2023. The couple had been together for a long time, so this news was shocking to fans. They chose to part ways to focus on their personal growth, but they made it clear that their family would always be their top priority. Soon after, whispers...
The world of foster care and teaching looked-after kids is tough. These children often face big challenges with their mental health and overall well-being. It is a fact that these kids are more likely to struggle with these issues. This is where the Shared Training and Assessment for Well-Being program comes in. It is a new way to help foster carers and teachers work...
Missouri was hit by severe storms recently, leaving a trail of destruction and sadly, claiming the life of a well-known bald eagle named Murphy. This bird was not just any eagle. It had a unique story that captured the hearts of many. Murphy was a resident of a wildlife sanctuary in Valley Park. He was known for his unusual behavior of incubating a rock, which ev...
You might know David Foster for his hit records with stars like Whitney Houston and Celine Dion. But did you know he started a foundation over 30 years ago to help Canadian families with medical needs? Back in the '80s, Foster was already a big deal in the music industry, working with famous artists and scoring movies. But it was his foundation that really made him a...
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare has big plans to change how it handles foster care. They want to spend more money and hire more staff to keep kids safe in their own homes instead of sending them to foster care. Next year, they've asked for almost $15 million more, a total of $65. 2 million, and 68 new staff members to make this happen. If the Idaho Legisl...
Ben Foster's story is a cautionary tale of the dangers of domestic abuse and the devastating consequences it can have on its victims. In the Netflix series Worst Ex Ever, Foster's ex-girlfriends recount their harrowing experiences with him, painting a picture of a man with a history of violence and abuse. But what drove Foster to such heinous acts? Was it a sudden de...