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May is National Foster Care Month!


Dear Caregivers,


Welcome to another edition of the Caregiver Courier.


May is National Foster Care Month! This year’s theme, “Engaging Youth. Building Supports. Strengthening Opportunities.” highlights the need to create a child welfare system that authentically engages and supports young people who are preparing to leave foster care. 


Each May it’s an honor for Clark County Family Services’ leadership to take time to recognize foster parents, child welfare professionals, family members, volunteers, mentors, policymakers, and others who help children and youth in foster care find permanent homes and connections.  


Nearly 20,000 young people transition out of the foster care system each year without a permanent family. Giving our youth resources they need to succeed as adults begins during their time in care. It’s crucial that we use that moment to include them in case planning, help them build and nurture important relationships, and ensure they gain equitable access to outstanding opportunities.


The success of National Foster Care Month depends on our efforts to involve wonderful people like you in the community and raise awareness about the need to invest in the lives of children and youth in foster care. Every step we take to educate the community can make an enormous difference. Please consider helping to communicate messages that aim to encourage thousands of potential caregivers to open their hearts and homes to provide stability for our kids.


Tell your friends and followers about National Foster Care Month via social media! Here are a couple of sample messages for your consideration:


  • May is National #FosterCareMonth! This year’s theme, “Engaging Youth. Building Supports. Strengthening Opportunities.” will raise awareness about authentic youth engagement, the importance of life-long connections, and how to best support youth as they transition out of foster care.
  • May is here! Together we can make a difference in the lives of children in foster care. Let’s improve how we engage, support, and prepare youth to transition out of care into adulthood and independent living. #FosterCareMonth 


Thank you for your love and commitment to our children and their families. Every day you take the necessary steps to help strengthen and preserve family bonds. We appreciate everything that you do!


Sincerely,


Jill Marano

Director

Clark County Family Services

I'm a foster parent...and you can foster too!

2024 High School Graduation Celebration

June 12 | 10am-4pm

DISCOVERY Children's Museum Event Hall

Register by June 5 to Nicole Smith (702) 455-0602

or email dfsindependentliving@clarkcountynv.gov


Let's celebrate our high school graduates that are in foster care! Graduating high school is an amazing accomplishment, and our group of sponsors from Jet Development, Children's Advocacy Alliance, and Picerne have a wonderful party planned for our grads. Each graduate will walk away with luggage, goodies, and giveaways! Graduates will also have the opportunity to connect with community providers that can help them in planning for the next chapter of their lives.


In addition to the goodies and giveaways, we have a special raffle with prizes like an airfryer, a mini fridge, and even an exclusive experience at Vegas Indoor Skydiving!


Foster parents & relative caregivers are invited to attend this celebration with their graduate. Please let Nicole Smith know if there are transportation barriers to attendance, and our team at Family Services will do our best to ensure that all of our graduates can get to this special event.

Camp to Belong Nevada is now accepting applications for our 2024 session.

 

June 1 – June 5 @ Pali Retreat

An All New Campsite – With exciting new adventures!!

 

Register for Camp to Belong Nevada 2024 Today!  CLICK HERE TO BEGIN

 

Camper Candidate Criteria:

Camp to Belong Nevada prioritizes siblings living in separate homes. Camp to Belong Nevada will consider any siblings whether currently in DFS Foster Care, Kinship Placement, Independent Living, or Adoptive home.

 

If you have questions about your youth’s eligibility, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience: Knelson@stjudesranch.org (347) 737-0152

Camp to Belong Application

FREE! Henry's Place Spurs Camp



Henry’s Place offers FREE summer camps for those that wouldn’t normally have a chance to go to camp. All of our camps combine fun activities, leadership and teamwork learning, physical challenges, and Christ-centered instruction to provide campers with an awesome summer camp experience.

Visit Henry's Place

DISCOVERY Summer Camps: Foster Care Discounted Rate!

Discovery Children's Museum is extending their Museums for All rate of $90.00 per camp for qualifying families. Qualifying families must have either a foster care license, or a valid EBT, SNAP or WIC card (P-EBT is not accepted). Museums for All candidates may call for more information. Spaces are limited, sign up today! 

Learn More About Discovery Camps



Potosi Pines has a few opportunities for campers to receive campership funds to attend summer camps: the Camp & Retreat Ministries Campership Fund, receiving campership funds from your local church, the Children’s Service Guild fund for foster children, and the Las Vegas Sun Camp Fund for those experiencing financial hardship.

Visit Potosi Pines

Horses 4 Heroes has special discounts for foster families!


Horses4Heroes provides affordable programs with horses for local youth in our community including children, teens, young adults living in care and adopted kids and their parents. We offer all Foster and Adoptive Parents a FREE membership in Horses4Heroes to ensure that you will always receive our lowest rates as well as access to free programs and offers. We also accept Respite Care Vouchers from the state. 


Our programs are located at The Ranch Las Vegas, a private, 2.5-acre ranch in northwest Las Vegas. Here we host weekly open houses called Family Farm Days. Admission for your children ages 2 to 17 is just $10 per visit and includes a horse or pony ride, activities with mini horses, tour of our barnyard and playtime in our fenced play area. Dates vary throughout the year, the calendar on our website, horses4heroes.org, has information on all upcoming events. 


New this year, we are offering a discount to kids, ages 4 to 13, for Summer Camp at The Ranch. This discount only applies to Week 7 (July 22), Week 8 (July 29) and/or Week 9 (August 5). One week of camp is $100 per child, which includes a $25 non-refundable deposit. Camp is Monday-Friday, 8 am to 2 pm with options for Early Drop Off and Late Pick Up (additional fees apply). Here's the link:  https://bit.ly/44cBjWF

City of Las Vegas Summer Day Camps

 

Gear up for an unforgettable summer adventure at City of Las Vegas Summer Day Camps, tailored for ages 3-15! From May 21 to Aug. 9, 2024, weekdays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., indulge your child in a plethora of enriching activities, including arts and crafts, sports, games, music and more, all under the careful supervision of our trained staff.

 

Ready to ignite your child's summer with joy and discovery? Contact us at 702.229.PLAY (7529) for more information and registration details. Don't let your kids miss out on the summer of a lifetime!

Learn More

FREE HAIRCUTS for Children & Teens in Foster Care!

Paul Mitchell The School Las Vegas

9490 S Eastern Ave #100

Las Vegas, NV 89123


Paul Mitchell The School is offering 150 free haircuts per month to our children and teens in foster care, through a partnership with Foster Change.


STEP 1: Call Peggy’s Attic at (702) 455-5424 to reserve a voucher and arrange a time to pick up your voucher.

 

STEP 2: Once you have reserved your voucher, call Paul Mitchell The School to make an appointment for your haircut at (702) 740-4247. When you make your appointment, let them know you have a Foster Change voucher. Your voucher will only be good throughout the current month of issue.


STEP 3: Be sure to bring your voucher with on the day of your services. Enjoy your haircut!

Expertise Cosmetology

1911 Stella Lake St.

Las Vegas, NV 89106

(702) 636-8686


Expertise Barber

535 E. Lake Mead Blvd.

Las Vegas, NV 89030

(702) 399-3894


Expertise Cosmetology and Barber are offering children and teens in foster care a limited offer of free haircuts and barber cuts the last Tuesday of every month!


Foster parents will need to call to make an appointment and mention this offer at the time of booking.

Uniting Faith & Foster Care

Clark County is partnering with faith leaders across the Las Vegas valley to spread the word about foster care and how to become a foster parent!

Commissioner Jim Gibson often talks about the dire need for more foster parents and community support, so he offered to host a special evening at the Las Vegas Raiders Headquarters and Training Facility for church leaders to learn more. Our Clark County Family Services team shared how congregations can make a difference in the lives of young people and help inform others.


Supporting children, teens and babies in #ClarkCounty foster care goes beyond just becoming a parent. You can:


  • Start a foster care ministry
  • Organize a donation drive for diapers, formula, school supplies, holiday toy drive, etc.
  • Host a foster care information session to help recruit new parents with the help of our family services department.

Foster One, Recruit One


Our foster parents are our biggest resource and our best way to recruit new foster families! Roughly 24% of new foster parent shave indicated that they were encouraged to foster by a current foster parent. WOW!


We want to give back to you for your referrals, so please let your people know to let our team know that you sent them. Once they attend an Information Session, we will send you a $25 gift card per household you refer!


During our gift pick up, our team has special cards for you can give to anyone who is interested in becoming a foster parent, and a fun button that you can wear proudly whi says "Ask Me How to Become a Foster Parent."

Host a Party with a Purpose!


Do you have a group of friends, families, or coworkers that are interested in foster care?


Let's work together to host a Party with a Purpose! If you get a group together, we'll bring the goodies and foster care information.


Plus, you'll get a $25 gift card for every potential foster household that attends!


Call (702) 455-0181 to get started.

NOW HIRING

FOSTER PARENTS


Department of Family Services is looking to expand our team of Foster Parent Champions. These are flexible part-time positions for current or recent foster parents.


Empower other foster parents by sharing your experience!


If you are interested in providing resources and support to foster families, recruiting at community events for new foster families, or helping out at Peggy's Attic, we encourage you to apply!



Join our Team of Foster Parent Champions

View Adoption Profiles

Adoption Profiles PDF

Nevada Children for Adoption

Adopting in Clark County

If you are interested in adopting a specific child or sibling group from Clark County, please email DFSadoptions@clarkcountynv.govPlease note we cannot answer questions about children who are not in the custody of DFS.

Find My Forever: Jordan

Adopting children from foster care is a rewarding way to grow your family, while empowering children and teens in need to reach their full potential. When you choose to foster and adopt through Clark County Department of Family Services, together, we can help children Find My Forever.


If you are interested in adopting a child featured in a Find My Forever profile like Paul, please email dfsfindmyforever@clarkcountynv.gov. Our team will work with your family to ensure that a child, teen, or sibling group featured in our Find My Forever program will be a good fit for your family. A Family Services Adoption Social Worker will walk you through the steps needed to adopt specific children featured in Find My Forever. 

 

A family interested in adopting children, teens, or sibling groups featured in Find My Forever will go through a prescreening process. If determined to be an appropriate fit for the child, teen, or sibling group, the family will receive an individualized plan to help them through the adoption process. 

FOSTER PARENT CHAMPIONS

Tuesday – Friday / 8am –6pm

Call (702) 455-1149

FOSTER PARENT CHAMPION

RESPITE CARE

Parenting can be stressful, and respite care allows the caregiver time to rest.

RESPITE REIMBURSEMENT

FOSTER PARENT INFO SESSION

Do you know someone interested in becoming a foster family? Share our info session sign-up with them.

INFO SESSION SIGN UP 

FOSTER & ADOPTION SUBSIDY

Please keep your Licensing/Adoption Specialist informed of any changes in your contact information.

2024 PAYMENT SCHEDULE

HEALTH SCREENINGS

Department of Family Services requires routine medical, dental, and vision exams/screenings.

MEDICAL SCREENING INFO

OMBUDSMAN FOR DISPUTE RESOLUTION

If you have a complaint or dispute that we cannot solve, please contact the Ombudsman.



CONTACT OMBUDSMAN

SUPERVISED VISITATION

The Therapeutic Solution is the new supervised visitation provider for Clark County Department of Family Services. Supervised visitation is to help families in separation remain connected, continue or develop bonds, and remain hopeful for reuniting. 

Learn more about Visitation

CPR & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION

CPR/First Aid certification is required for all licensed foster caregivers. Sign-Up for CPR AED 1st Aid Training. Trainings are held at Child Haven *Red Rock Room. RSVP required and entrance is on the front side of Child Haven.


  • Upon registration a confirmation email will be sent with training day/time/location
  • CPR cards are available to DFS within 10 business days and emailed to individual and/or DFS RDS Staff upon receipt
  • For Spanish speaking individuals/families please contact Allyson.Manumaleuna@ClarkCountyNV.gov. Interpreters are available with at least 2 week notice. Once confirmed an Interpreter will accompany the individual/family to CPR Training. 
SIGN UP FOR CPR/FIRST AID

CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY TRAINING

2-Part Training for Foster Caregivers


A Foster Parent is REQUIRED to learn the best practices to keep your child riding safely in your vehicle and complete the successful installation of a Child Passenger Safety Seat.


NRS 484B.157 Child less than 6 years of age and less than 57 inches tall to be secured in child restraint system while being transported in motor vehicle; child less than 2 years of age to be secured in rear-facing child restraint system in back seat with certain exceptions; requirements for system; penalties; programs of training; waiver or reduction of penalty under certain circumstances; application of section; acceptance of gifts, grants and donations for purchase of child restraint systems. [Effective through December 31, 2022.]

INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY TRAINING

Protect your Information at the Doctor's Office


When you are bringing your infants, children, and teens to any UMC location, you have the right to protect your identity and address from being shared with the biological family. Here is what you should say when you check in:


“I am a foster parent and would like to protect my contact information. In EPIC please put my address under the confidential tab of the demographics section so the proxy or biological parent cannot see my address.”

Download the Caregiver Medical Guidance

Every family needs support sometimes and that is okay. Seeking support creates and sustains positive well-being for our youth, families, and ourselves. Raise the Future provide a range of services designed to meet your varying needs.

Register for upcoming events with Raise the Future!


TBRI® Caregiver Training: Introduction and Overview

May 20 & May 22 | 6pm-9pm

2500 North Buffalo Drive Las Vegas, NV 89128

Register Here

Parenting is challenging, particularly when you are parenting a child from trauma. Children from trauma include children who were born prematurely, have been abused and neglected, have been adopted internationally, and have special needs. This training will focus on understanding the meaning of child behaviors, the brain chemistry of a child from a hard place, and how to help these children (and your family) heal and connect. Participants will learn tools they can put into action with their children immediately.


TBRI® Caregiver Training: Introduction and Overview

June 12 & 13 | 6pm-9pm

2500 North Buffalo Drive Las Vegas, NV 89128

Register Here

Parenting is challenging, particularly when you are parenting a child from trauma. Children from trauma include children who were born prematurely, have been abused and neglected, have been adopted internationally, and have special needs. This training will focus on understanding the meaning of child behaviors, the brain chemistry of a child from a hard place, and how to help these children (and your family) heal and connect. Participants will learn tools they can put into action with their children immediately.


TBRI® Connection Group

May 24 | 1pm-2:30pm

Raise the Future | 2500 N Buffalo Rd. Ste. 140 Las Vegas, NV 89128

Register Here

We will be having a pizza party with board games and activities for families!

Connection groups provide caregivers a space to connect with others on the same journey of understanding our children’s behaviors and how to meet their needs. This is intended to be a safe place that caregivers for parents to be comfortable sharing their struggles, challenges and, be open to learning about how to implement TBRI® principles in their homes. Connection groups will offer time to collaborate with others as well as our TBRI® practitioners to work through behavioral problems and discuss monthly topics such as nurture group activities, transitions, and the IDEAL response.

*Participants must have attended TBRI® Introduction.

Sensory Scavenger Hunt

TBRI TIP OF THE MONTH:

Spend time outside with a Sensory Scavenger Hunt

Explore the outdoors and ignite your child's sensory system with a Sensory Scavenger Hunt! Being outside in nature feels good and can be a good stress reliever for the whole family!


Read More

ON DEMAND WEBINARS FOR FOSTER FAMILIES

Foster Change membership is now free and includes ANY family with a current and/or ongoing relationship with child welfare. This includes currently licensed families and formerly licensed families who have achieved permanency through adoption.

Foster Change

Peer Built Provider List


This list is peer-built and includes peer feedback for their experiences with all child service providers. The list may include: Medical, Therapy, Dental, Vision, Residential Treatment, Specialists, Childcare Centers that accept children with Higher Level Needs, etc.


Foster Change maintains the list but does not personally review, account for factuality of feedback, or endorse anyone on this list.

PEER BUILT PROVDERS

ONE VOICE Feedback Forum


To elevate the voices of those who are: licensed caregivers in Clark County, including post-permanency families.



This Review/Feedback Collection System has been designed by Foster Change and responses will be collected by Foster Change. Responses will be shared with the Clark County Department of Family Services, in order to elevate the voices of licensed caregivers in Clark County, including post-permanency families.


GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK

FOSTER KINSHIP

childcare@fosterkinship.org

www.fosterkinship.org

(702) 546-9988


Click below to join

Facebook for Nevada Kinship Caregivers


Join Foster Kinship for one of their monthly groups to gain support and share strength with others who are raising their relative's children. All details regarding groups such as log in information and locations, can be found in our closed 24/7 Facebook support group. All in-person groups offer complimentary child care.

Visit FOSTER KINSHIP


Next meeting March 5th!


Join us at the Kinship Advocacy Network Townhall Meeting (KAN), where kinship caregivers like you gather to share experiences, insights, and support.


Connect with others facing similar challenges, gain valuable resources, and be a voice for change in our community.


Together, we can strengthen kinship care networks and ensure every caregiver receives the recognition and support they deserve. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference in the lives of kinship families.


Mark your calendar and be part of the movement for advocacy and empowerment!

Thriving After by Foster Kinship


Calling all adoptive families and guardianship families - We invite you to join us at Thriving After, Clark County's new post permanency support program, implemented through Foster Kinship! We understand the unique journey continues once you've achieved your permanency goals as a family, and the need for support and resources never goes away. Connect with us so that you are never walking alone.


To schedule an intake appointment to receive services and support, please call

702-546-9988

or CLICK HERE.

SIBLING PRESERVATION PROGRAM

While children living in foster care frequently get separated from their siblings, St. Jude’s Ranch for Children works to preserve the sibling bond through regularly scheduled fun and educational events such as Camp To Belong, National Sibling Day and Gift of Giving. Through engaging programming and exciting activities, youth are given the opportunity to make impactful memories sharing special moments with their brothers and sisters.

Each month youth in care can count on the St. Jude's Ranch for Children Sibling Preservation program to offer unique outings offering siblings the opportunity to share memorable experiences. Please complete this referral form and contact Kevin Nelson for more information. Kevin can be reached by phone at 347-737-0152 or by emailing Knelson@stjudesranch.org

Canyon Ridge Christian Church

Foster Parent Night Out

May 17 | 6pm-9pm


Register before May 13.

Ages birth- 5th grade.



Snacks provided, but please feed children dinner before the event.

Additional support offered at Canyon Ridge Christian Church | 6200 W. Lone Mountain Rd.


Foster Parent Support Group

4th Friday of the month

6:30pm-8:45pm

Please email questions to hannahsclosetlv@gmail.com





Foster Kinship Support Group

Group for parents and group for teens

2nd Tuesday of the month

6pm - 7:30pm

Please contact Foster Kinship with any questions by emailing familyadvocate@fosterkinship.org

REGISTER FOR FOSTER PARENT NIGHT OUT

Hope for the Journey Conference

Online Now- Wednesday, June 26

Register to receive a link to watch the conference online

The Hope for the Journey Conference meets parents and caregivers where they are with practical, tangible help, resources, and tools in caring for their children impacted by tough places. Whether you are a parent, caregiver, church, ministry, or organizational leader seeking to support families in your community better, this is for you.


Discover how you can connect with children experiencing a difficult time and help them heal and become all God desires them to be. The Hope for the Journey Conference is a one-day conference (in-person and online) led by the TCU Institute for Child Development for anyone who helps children from hard places find a better life.

Register Today

FREE MEMBERSHIP FOR HANNAH'S CLOSET SOUTH

Here is what you need to know for now: Next time you come into Hannah’s Closet, bring your placement letter and/or adoption decree and we’ll take it from there. Just don’t forget to sign up for an appointment!! 

Make an Appointment

Hannah's Closet North is a resource center for foster and adoptive families to receive clothing, toys, and other items. Families may "shop" free of charge once a month. Please provide your adoption decree, placement letter, or Foster Kinship referral when you come to shop. 


We have made some changes to better serve our families and our volunteers. We have set aside days to shop for families with 4 or more children. Please check our calendar on Facebook for this month’s appointment days. Make an appointment by texting 702-518-2815 at least one day prior.


Hannah’s Closet North also has a support group called Fostering Families and Friendships for foster, adoptive, and kinship parents the 4th Friday of every month at Canyon Ridge Church. 6:30pm – 8:30pm. 

Visit Hannah's Closet North Facebook

Important Educations Updates May 2024


Almost done with the school year! 

Woo hoo! Give yourself a pat on the back for making it to the finish line! 


Supporting Your Child Through the Last Few Weeks of School/Final Exams

  • The last few weeks of school can be stressful on students as they are: leaving seeing their peers and staff members they may enjoy and have gotten used to seeing on daily basis, taking final exams, worrying about their grades, etc. 
  • Talk with your child about what they may be stressed about and help them come up with a plan to address their stress such as setting up a study schedule or tackling one class at a time
  • You can provide their child with some fun notes of encouragements, snacks, and/or incentives during final weeks (the last week of school) or for after school is out to help them make it through the final month! 
  • This is a great time to check Infinite Campus or the Parent Portal through Canvas to see your child’s grades. If your child is getting an F or low D in any class, you or your child can ask child’s teacher what the most important assignments are to complete and what upcoming assignments their child should focus on to raise their grade in the class for the last few weeks. It is also recommended that your child first keep up with current work and then go back and do any makeup work. Students will receive a “0” for any assignment or test they do not take or make up. However, teachers are encouraged to accept late work if a parent or child asks for the opportunity to do makeup work and if the child shows initiative to make up work. 
  • If a teacher will not work with the parent or the child on makeup work, contact your School Foster Care Liaison, your child’s counselor, and/or your child’s administrators to help you advocate for your child.    


Summer School Options Available to Make Up a Class or Get Ahead on Classes

CCSD Summer School for Middle and High Schoolers will be offered in 2 sessions: Session 1: May 28- June 14th and Session 2: June 17th through July 8th. Pre-Registration for Summer School begins on April 22, 2024 and ends on May 24, 2024.


CCSD will be offering summer school for:

  • (1) original credit (credit to get ahead in classes/graduating and/or to get ahead to allow for extra classes in the child’s schedule the child may want or need for educational goals) for Current/Incoming High School Students and
  • (2) credit retrieval (classes to obtain credit for classes the child failed or needs to promote to the next grade/needs to graduate) for Current Middle School Students
  • Classes will be offered in-person on several campuses across Clark County and online via Nevada Learning Academy (NVLA)
  • Some schools require daily attendance either in person or online and will also not give a child credit after missing several classes so check on the class requirement before you sign your child up for it or if you are taking vacations/time off.   


Your child’s counselor will let you know if your child needs to take a class to promote to the next grade or graduate with their peers. CCSD School Counselors can pre-register students for the needed summer school course if you agree to put your child in it.   

  • If your child did not do well on exams, you see a low grade in a class after exams, or are worried your child might need to take a summer school class, check with your child’s counselor.
  • If your child attends a non-CCSD school, find out through your child’s school what summer schools classes it offers or what schools/programs your child’s school will accept the credit from  


Click here for information on CCSD’s Summer School Options

Click here for information on CCSD Summer School for Grades 6-12 and specific courses offered this summer

Click here for online summer courses offered through NVLA


If Your Child has an IEP, Find Out if Your Child has or needs Extended School Year (ESY) Services During the Summer 

 

Extended School Year (ESY) is an IEP related service for children to continue to meet their IEP goals during times that school is out (i.e. summer, big breaks). It is accessed through the child's IEP. There is a box checked on the IEP if the child is to receive ESY services.

  • ESY will be offered Summer 2024 from June 20th through July 17th with no school on June 19th, July 4th and July 5th. 
  • ESY services are optional. Families may choose to send or not send their children to ESY. Attendance is not required at ESY but encourages if a child is signed up for it. 
  • EDMs/Caregivers of children who have ESY services in their IEPs should be receiving an email or text asking them to opt into ESY and sign up for transportation if needed
  • For more information on CCSD’s ESY or if you have not received any information on ESY and would like your child to attend, please contact your child’s special education teacher or CCSD’s ESY Office at 702-799-7455

 

Resource of the Month: Family Summer Programs 

Click here and then click on the “+” by Summer Programs to find a list of contests, programs, and other educational options for children and families over the summer!

 

Thank you for all you are doing to help your child succeed! Please contact your Family Services Representative for any assistance you need. We appreciate you very much! 



IMPORTANT DATES

  • Monday May 20- Last Day of School



To plan ahead for the 2023-2024 school year, download the 2023-24 school calendar


Please read all of the education updates for more updates.

MORE EDUCATION UPDATES
SCHOOL DISCIPLINE GUIDE FOR CAREGIVERS

AIQ Foundation Online Tutoring


AIQ online tutoring! Sessions will take place on Zoom every Wednesday from 5-6pm. Each student will be paired with their own qualified tutor in a breakout room to ensure that they get personalized help. Zoom links will be sent to every person who sign up!

Sign Up for Tutoring
Click Here for Event Schedule

Did you know UNLV has a dedicated support program for students who experienced foster care?


The UNLV Fostering Scholars Program was launched in 2021 to support students in foster care after age 13 in achieving their higher education at UNLV. Fostering Scholars will support students in applying to UNLV, obtaining the Foster Youth Fee Waiver, completing the FAFSA, and continues to support students throughout their undergraduate degree until they obtain their degree. Students involved with Fostering Scholars are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship! Caregivers and students can contact the Program Coordinator, Heather Richardson, to get more information or click here to join the Fostering Scholars mailing list. 

Foster Care Financial Aid & Scholarships

LOW COST EARLY EDUCATION WITH EARLY HEAD START

Early Head Start

The Early Head Start and Nevada Ready programs at Sunrise Children's Foundation offer comprehensive child development and family support services to low-income and underserved populations including expecting mothers, infants, toddlers and their families.


Many foster children will qualify for Early Head Start and Nevada Ready programs. We encourage families to take advantage of these early learning opportunities.


For more information about our Early Head Start or Nevada Ready programs, please call 702-631-7130 or email info@sunrisechildren.org

The Independent Living Program is designed to assist and prepare foster and former foster youth in making the transition from foster care to adulthood by providing opportunities to obtain life skills for self-sufficiency and independence. Program services are available to youth 14 and older who are currently in foster care and to former foster care youth who aged-out of the foster care system at age 18. Independent Living services are also available to youth who were adopted from foster care on or after their 16th birthday. 


Click Here to learn how to support a youth transitioning out of care.


Some of the services provided through the Independent Living Program include:

Independent Living Classes
Youth Resource List 

Are you interested in a career in the beauty industry?


Teens in Independent Living who are interested in a career in beauty will be invited to a special workshop this summer.


Email your independent living worker if you are interested.


Date and time of the next workshop will be announced this summer!

Jobs for Nevada's Graduates empowers Nevada's young people with the skills and support to succeed in education, employment, and life. Jobs for Nevada's Graduates is a class, a club & a mentoring program embedded in NV schools with a 97% grad rate for ALL students.


Ask your school counselor to enroll in your school's J4NG program!

Download the J4NG Brochure

Just One Project Community Market


Are you moving out once you transition out of foster care? Don’t forget to plan for groceries. Just One offers food boxes for youth exiting out of foster care and transitioning to their new home. They will prepare a box with nonperishable items so that youth can have food that will not spoil while youth orient themselves to their new neighborhood. This is to assist youth in the first week or two as they adjust to their new life as an adult.


Call for an appointment 702-462-2253 from 9am-1pm Monday through Friday. Drive-thru is located at 1401 N Decatur LV NV 89108

PAID JOB TRAINING WITH JOBCORPS.GOV


For over 50 years, Job Corps has helped young people achieve successful careers in the nation’s fastest-growing industries. Job Corps provides free career training and education for 16- through 24-year-olds. We have over 120 campuses across the U.S. where students gain the experience needed to begin a career or apprenticeship, advance to higher education, or join the military. The best part? It’s free.


Low-income 16- through 24-year-olds who are U.S. citizens, legal U.S. residents, or residents of a U.S. territory, and/or individuals who are authorized to work in the United States.

Visit JobCorps Online

DRESS to IMPRESS!


If your teen in foster care has a job interview or just needs some professional or dress attire, come "SHOP" for free at Beyond the Attic! Beyond the ATTIC has beautiful clothes for men and women, shoes and accessories to get you to the Homecoming Dance!


Please call (702) 455-5424 to schedule your appointment

Our mission since 1969 is the children touched by the Family Court in Southern Nevada. We work extremely hard for their many needs, and we fill their lives with hope.

Children's Service Guild of Southern Nevada is enrolled in Smith's Food & Drug Inspiring Donations Program. Every time you make a purchase at any Smith's Food & Drug using your registered Rewards Card, Smith's will make a donation to the Children's Service Guild.

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Happy Spring!


The Children’s Service Guild of Southern Nevada wish “Our Kids,” (the ones affected by Clark County Family Court system) lots of love and happiness! 


The Guild continues working tirelessly for the children and all their various needs out of lots of love. They are our mission and have been for over 54 years and always will be! We are all volunteers with no one receiving pay of any kind. 100% of fundraising proceeds and donations are used for them!  


We are working on our amazing Holiday Craft Boutique and Raffle on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 

Desert Spring United Methodist Church, 120 N. Pavilion Center Drive, Las Vegas, NV. Our incredibly talented members and friends are creating beautiful fall and holiday items for you, your family, and friends. Please save the date and we will see you there. More news and pictures of items and the event, coming in the next few months. See you there! 


 On April 6, 2024, we were at the 8th Annual National Sibling Day Festival, and it was lots of fun! We presented a check to Christina Vela, CEO St. Jude’s Ranch for Children, for 40 siblings to go to Camp to Belong this summer. It is a week of fun and reunification for the foster children. We sponsor them every year! 

If you or anyone you know, would like to join Children's Service Guild, please contact Marsha Manning, Vice President and Membership Committee Chairwoman.

manning.marsha@yahoo.com or 210-862-5493

VISIT CHIDREN'S SERVICE GUILD ONLINE


casalasvegas.org

casa@clarkcountycourts.us

702.455.2272

Inclusion Fusion is an organization that provides a variety of programs for teens & adults with disabilities in Southern Nevada. We provide individualized lessons and programs that allow clients to achieve a successful, independent life.

Our mission is to help every individual with a disability to develop, pursue and achieve their own goals and dreams.

The Center brings together programs, resources, and services to meet the needs of our community and the community around us. We function as the heart and home of the LGBTQIA+ community by making connections, delivering programs, and providing a safe space for health and wellness, social services, arts and culture, advocacy, and community building.

Henderson Equality Center, a community supported organization to engage, empower, enrich, and advance the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, allies and queer community of Henderson, NV by providing a safe space, pursue resources and providing courses focus on educational, social, support, skill building and job assistance classes for at-risk, low-income LGBTQ youth and adults.

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