by MRPA Team | May 22, 2020 | 2020 Resource Parents of the Year
We are thrilled to announce Daniel and Melanie Andrew as the 2020 Resource Parent(s) of the Year for Caroline County. The Andrew family are responsible caregivers with big hearts who truly understand the foster care process. We cannot thank them enough.
by MRPA Team | May 22, 2020 | 2020 Resource Parents of the Year
Every May, dating back to 1988, when President George H.W. Bush proclaimed May as National Foster Care Month, the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) takes the opportunity to acknowledge and recognize the tremendous contributions of resource parents....
by MRPA Team | May 22, 2020 | 2020 Resource Parents of the Year
As the Executive Director of the Maryland Resource Parent Association, I get the privilege to work alongside many dedicated resource families and staff who are committed to the children of Maryland. Everyday this caring group of individuals give tirelessly of...
by MRPA Team | May 20, 2020 | 2020 Resource Parents of the Year
Representing Baltimore County, April & Amanda Loomis have fostered over 15 children making them more than qualified nominees of the 2020 Resource Parent(s) of the Year. The Loomis’ optimism, positivity, and commitment to the care of foster youth are unmatched....
by MRPA Team | May 20, 2020 | 2020 Resource Parents of the Year
Cheers to our Talbot County 2020 Resource Parent(s) of the Year nomination, Denise & Taalib Smith! You’re effort and dedication to keep our youth safe do not go unnoticed. We are truly honored to celebrate in your nomination.
by MRPA Team | May 19, 2020 | 2020 Resource Parents of the Year
Kudos to Scott and Sherron Beach from Frederick County for their winning nomination as a 2020 Resource Parent(s) of the Year! The Beach family’s unwavering commitment, openness, and compassion for their children makes their nomination evermore rewarding.
by MRPA Team | May 15, 2020 | 2020 Resource Parents of the Year
Allegany County Department of Social Services proudly presents our Foster Parents of the Year: Julia and Jared Steward The Stewards truly believe in including biological families as a part of fostering and it doesn’t stop when adopted.This year’s theme was “Foster...
by MRPA Team | May 15, 2020 | 2020 Resource Parents of the Year
First up, is Kristen & Nate Crew from Montgomery County. The couple truly embodies the foster care philosophy of loving and caring for children temporarily or permanently. It is an honor to congratulate the beautiful family. Thank you for all that you do.
by MRPA Team | May 15, 2020 | 2020 Resource Parents of the Year
Let’s Celebrate Maryland’s Foster Parents! A message from the Maryland Department of Human Services The Maryland Department of Human Services hereby proclaims May, 2020 as Foster Care Month in Maryland. May 31, 2020 is further recognized as National...
by MRPA Team | May 5, 2020 | Uncategorized
MRPA would like to share this opportunity to take part in a study being sponsored by Loyola University. Their invitation follows. We are conducting a research study, Sleep Health among Children in Foster Care, to better understand the sleep health and behaviors of...
