Koinonia NewsIt Takes a Village: Community Brings Christmas Cheer to Foster Youth
Each holiday season, we are overwhelmed by the depth of generosity from our community, and Christmas of 2021 was no…
Culture
November is National Adoption Month
For many, November marks the official beginning of the holiday season. At Koinonia, we look forward to this time of…
A Profound Moment: The Wisdom of a Foster Child
Yesterday, I met an old soul living in the body of a ten-year-old boy. We were working on an in-home…
Why Family Reunification & Preservation Always Comes First
In our society, there can be misconceptions about why children end up in foster care, and therefore a hesitancy towards…
Why LGBTQ+ Foster Youth Need Our Help
Central to the idea of foster care is looking out for the children in our community, defending those who cannot…
Disney’s SAFETY Demonstrates the Impact of Community on Foster Care
Receiving help is not a sign of weakness, but when you’ve grown up thinking you’re on your own in this…
‘Unadopted’ Documentary Follows Journey of Foster Youth Seeking Forever Family
Unadopted is a documentary centered around Noel, a youth who entered the California foster care system at the age of…
Honoring Hispanic Heritage Within the Context of Foster Care
National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed September 15th – October 15th. Honoring Hispanic heritage is so important, especially in California…
Simple Ways to Connect During Distance Learning
August 18, 2020 As the new school year starts, we are sticking to our roots here at Koinonia Family Services.…
Reclaiming Self-Care in a Season of Uncertainty
August 5, 2020 The overarching theme of 2020 seems to be pattern disruption, which has both benefits and challenges. While…