Entries by Cheryl Gist

Guardian vs. Foster Parents

A legal guardian can make decisions on behalf of the child, but the child maintains a legal connection with his or her birth parents. Guardians can be permanent, temporary, or limited. […]

AdoptUSKids Leadership Program Seeks Applicants

Minority Professional Leadership Development (MPLD) program at AdoptUSKids is now accepting leadership program applications! The Minority Professional Leadership Development (MPLD) program at AdoptUSKids is an eight-month fellowship designed for emerging […]

Looking Back at 50 Years

In honor of our 50th Anniversary, we want to remember what makes Spaulding unique: Spaulding’s commitment to those children that were often left uncared for – including children with disabilities. […]