by Jasmyne Newman | Nov 29, 2022 | Foster Care, Story, Uncategorized
In a world that feels uncertain, parents have the unique quality of being a permanent figure in a child’s life. They are the ones we count on to show up through every high and every low. They can be looked to for emotional support, and provide a good sounding board as...
by Jasmyne Newman | Nov 29, 2022 | Adoption, Foster Care, Story, Uncategorized
Miguel and Maria Salcedo became resource parents in hopes of taking in a sibling set with an infant. Originally, they only wanted two children, but they decided to take a leap and open their hearts and home to a sibling set of three: Noah (3), Aurora (2), and Nicholas...
by Jasmyne Newman | Nov 28, 2022 | Adoption, Foster Care, Story, Uncategorized
The Seipp Family “McKinley and Carter’s social worker called our agency, Koinonia, because she had another Koinonia family and loved them. She was looking for a very special home for them. We met McKinley and Carter while they were in respite (short-term) care...
by Jasmyne Newman | Nov 28, 2022 | Adoption, Foster Care, Story, Uncategorized
What inspires someone to become a foster parent? It’s usually a combination of awareness, compassion, and an extra push somewhere along the way. For Steve and Jeannie Fuller, it seemed as if foster care and adoption was what they were always meant to do. Adoption was...
by Ace Studios | Dec 7, 2021 | Uncategorized
The holiday season is typically a time we look forward to, associated with positive memories, fun traditions, spending time with family, and spreading good cheer. However, for foster children who have been removed from their families due to abuse or neglect, the...
by admin | Mar 5, 2020 | Culture, Resources, Uncategorized
National Read Across America Day (aka Dr. Seuss Day) is observed each year on March 2nd. It’s not only a fun celebration of Dr. Suess’ birthday, but also a great opportunity to talk about the importance of reading. At Koinonia, we are passionate about educating...
