It’s a Journey: Reflections on My Biological Family
"I find solace in knowing that everyone is living their own journey, from foster care or not. No family is perfect, even those that appear to be."
“There’s No Place Like Home”
"For many young adults from foster care, the idea we have of the "home" we grew up in doesn''t always feel loving, welcoming, or - most importantly - safe. "
Waiting on Grad School….
Brittany has applied to Graduate School at the University of Michigan's School of Social Work. In this blog, she bravely shares her news, and all of the ups and downs that have gone along with this process.
The Best Good Things in Life
"One of the most astounding things about us as human beings is that we can do hard things. We don’t necessarily like to, but we can."
Self Care and an Apocalypse Stash
The day I turned in my last final exam for this previous semester, I went sledding. As I was screaming down the hill (because, even though it was my idea to go sledding in the first place, I didn't realize how utterly terrifying it would be), I felt stress from the previous semester release.
Not Giving Up
On April 27th, I will be graduating college with my Bachelor's of Social Work degree. I will be walking across the stage at Eastern Michigan University clothed in a flowing gown and matching cap, shaking the Dean's hand and trying not to trip. In that moment, I will become one of the 3% of students who obtain an undergraduate degree after leaving foster care (Casey Family Programs, 2011).
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year…..or is it?
“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” … or is it? For students from foster care, the holiday season can be exceptionally difficult.
Introductions
My name is Brittany. I am a 22-year-old soon to be graduate of Eastern Michigan University with my Bachelor’s of Social Work Degree. If you saw me walking on campus, you would probably think I look like any other student.......
“I Am Strong” A Poem by Stephanie Otis, MYOI President
"I Am Strong" A Poem by Stephanie Otis, MYOI President and Youth from Foster Care
Gracious Summary.
Yonica Dupree, Seita Scholar and Junior at Western Michigan University graciously summarizes the 2013 CFS Leadership Retreat.
Endings.
Sheila Van Wert, Saginaw Valley State University, Junior shares her thoughts on the last day.
Thursday: DC——> Philly
Amberlynne Finet, WMU Seita Scholar & Sophomore fills us in on day 7!
Advocacy, fun facts, and frozen yogurt!
Jessica Willingham, WMU Seita Scholar and Senior, talks about advocacy, fun Washington DC facts, and her new love of frozen yogurt!
The voice of youth.
Michael Marotta, WMU Seita Scholar and Senior Describes the experience of presenting to White House staffers!