Posts by Amber Knowles
How We Come Alongside Families (feat. Kathleen Cowie & Caitlin Simpson)
Kathleen Cowie and Caitlin Simpson, staff members at The Riverside Project, share what they do and how it impacts the foster care community in Houston.
Read MoreThe Challenges of Parenting in a Transracial Adoption (feat. Julie Etter)
Julie Etter continues the conversation on transracial adoption, some of the struggles parents and children may go through, key resources to seek out, and much more.
Read MoreWhat is TBRI®? (feat. Mitzi McBride)
Mitzi McBride is not only well-versed in TBRI® but is also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience guiding children and families through their journey to emotional healing.
Read MoreThe Extraordinary Power of Belonging (feat. Gaelin Elmore)
Deeply experiencing belonging was the key for Gaelin Elmore to recover from a childhood of trauma, abuse, and over ten years in the foster care system.
Read MoreThe Impact of Long-Term Mentorship (feat. Brandon Denton, Friends of the Children Houston)
The single most important factor in overcoming childhood adversity is a long-term, nurturing relationship with a consistent and caring adult.
Read MoreFrom the Vault: What is the River? (feat. Jason Johnson, CAFO)
We are revisiting a conversation with Jason Johnson in honor of National Foster Care Awareness Month. We are raising awareness about foster care and celebrating the beautiful work of collaboration in this space.
Read MoreUnlocking Purpose for the Vulnerable (feat. Brian Meza, Petra Cares)
Learn how Petra Cares helps vulnerable young adults transition into the workforce with automotive training and job placement support.
Read MoreNavigating Transracial Adoption: A Personal Journey (feat. Isaac Etter, Identity)
Learn key aspects of transracial adoption, from discussing race to fostering identity and community connections.
Read MoreShowing Up For Children in the Way They Deserve (feat. Chelsea Floro, Moses Closet of The Woodlands)
Chelsea is an adoptive, foster, and biological mom to eight children. She’s also the founder of The Moses Closet of The Woodlands and the face behind the Real Life Foster Mom blog.
Read MoreHelping Birth Parents Make Positive Changes (feat. Catherine Vannatta & Tiffany Maggret)
In this episode, I am joined by two incredible women from Decatur, Texas: Catherine Vannatta and Tiffany Maggret. Catherine currently serves as a CASA advocate, while Tiffany is the Founder and Executive Director of One Hope Village, an organization that helps deteriorating families recover by equipping them with robust community resources.
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