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Established in 1968 with the belief that every child is adoptable

Spaulding for Children today is a national leader in foster care and adoption, developing and providing parenting support, resources and training.

Strengthening and Supporting Families and Children Since 1968
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For Every Child - A Family
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We pave the way
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Who We are

Spaulding for Children, a private, non-profit, COA accredited child welfare agency, was established in 1968 to find permanent and safe families for children. The organization is comprised of three service entities: the Child and Family Services, the Spaulding Institute for Family and Community Development, and the Academy for Family Support and Preservation.

Spaulding’s Mission

In partnership with families, communities, organizations, states and the nation, Spaulding for Children’s mission is to assure that all children grow up in safe, permanent families and have the help they need to be successful in life.

Get Involved

Anyone can help change a child’s life – foster care, adoption, mentorship, donation. Choose your commitment. Every effort helps – big or small!

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Holiday Fun Guide

The holidays are here. From train rides and visits with Santa to the lights and happenings at a number of our cultural institutions, here are some ideas for holiday fun for kids, grown-ups and the entire family.

Please remember to call ahead to make certain the activity will be held when you plan to go, double-check hours of operation, and confirm other details you need to know before you go.

Trains

via Metro Parent

Holiday Train Events Around Southeast Michigan

Lights

via Metro Parent

Free Kid-Friendly Events in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

7 Best Light Shows to see in Metro Detroit

Santa

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Santa Appearances in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation & Greenfield Village

Holiday Nights and Polar Express

https://www.thehenryford.org/

Kwanzaa at The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History

https://www.thewright.org/events/kwanzaa-wright-0

Detroit Zoo Wild Nights

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StoryTime with Miss Katie

October 12, 2021/in Events and programs, Newsletter Articles /by Frank Bunker

Katie Ward started reading books on Monday nights when COVID set in last year to connect with the families she could not visit. She later moved “StoryTime with Miss Katie” to Sunday nights to accommodate the school year.

Miss Katie selects books to read, which range from popular favorites to laugh-out-loud stories to touching life lessons. Books include holiday classics, as well as works that touch on issues our children and families face, such as anxiety, isolation and the challenges of being unique. Katie often is joined in her readings by her young son and daughter. Join Miss Katie on Spaulding for Children’s Facebook page every Sunday 7:00 p.m. for a live reading.

UPCOMING CHILDRENS’ BOOK SELECTION

OCTOBER 2021:

The Monster at the End of this Book
The Star People: A Lakota Story
Pumpkin Jack
Ten Timid Ghosts
It’s Halloween, Little Monster

NOVEMBER 2021: Read more

SPAULDING MONTHLY NEWSLETTERS

10/18/2021 – Spaulding for Children Newsletter – October 2021
09/22/2021 – Spaulding for Children Newsletter – September 2021
08/18/2021 – Spaulding for Children Newsletter – August 2021
07/22/2021 – Spaulding for Children Newsletter – July 2021
06/17/2021 – Spaulding for Children Newsletter – June 2021
05/18/2021 – Spaulding for Children Newsletter – May 2021

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Prevention is our number one goal

Getting to the root of the problem is our focus – can we prevent a child from entering the foster care system? The whole community can help prevent child abuse that by knowing how to identify a potential risk and also the protective actions that need to take place.

We concentrate on that awareness, help us spread the word!

Risk Factors

Risk Factor 1

Parents’ lack of understanding of children’s needs, child development and parenting skills

Risk Factor 2

Parents’ history of child maltreatment in family of origin

Risk Factor 3

Substance abuse and/or mental health issues including depression in the family

Risk Factor 4

Parental characteristics such as young age, low education, single parenthood, large number of dependent children, and low income

Risk Factor 5

Nonbiological, transient caregivers in the home (e.g., mother’s male partner)

Risk Factor 6

Parental thoughts and emotions that tend to support or justify maltreatment behaviors

Refer a family at risk

If you know or suspect a child or family is at risk, don’t hesitate to refer them and help prevent abuse.

Referral Program

For every child – a family

Spaulding for Children is committed to ensuring that the community understands the need to support children, youth and families who are in the child welfare system. Every child deserves a family.

Those who are interested in foster care and adoption are welcome to attend an orientation or request information about the services offered at Spaulding for Children.

Guide to Fostering

Guide to Adoption

Established in 1968 with the belief that every child is adoptable

Strengthening and Supporting Families and Children Since 1968

For Every Child - A Family

We pave the way

Helping Spaulding Families During COVID-19 Emergency

Spaulding’s Community of Caring

Contract Opportunities

Who We are

Spaulding’s Mission

Get Involved

Trains

Lights

Santa

The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation & Greenfield Village

Kwanzaa at The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History

Detroit Zoo Wild Nights

UPCOMING CHILDRENS’ BOOK SELECTION

Prevention is our number one goal

Risk Factors

Risk Factor 1

Risk Factor 2

Risk Factor 3

Risk Factor 4

Risk Factor 5

Risk Factor 6

Refer a family at risk

For every child – a family

Spaulding for Children

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