Fostering Community

May 11, 2022

In 2020, PCHAS launched The Foster Care Village in Itasca, Texas. The first of its kind in the state, The Foster Care Village is the next chapter in how we ensure kids are safe and feel loved on our historic campus in Itasca. Read More

Fostering Support

May 04, 2022

Foster care is a full-time, all-in commitment to children while their birth family works to make their home and family environment safe. Ideally, issues are resolved within a year so children can reunify. Even though foster care is intended to be temporary, foster parents can have a lifelong impact on children. Read More

Easter at The Foster Care Village in Itasca

Apr 12, 2022

This weekend, families at PCHAS’ Foster Care Village gathered together to celebrate Easter. Read More

What Happens When Youth In Foster Care Turn 18?

Mar 09, 2022

We know foster care is for children, but what happens when youth in foster care turn 18? It’s an important question and we’re glad you’re interested in learning more. Before we get to the “what happens,” let’s take a moment to clarify how kids get to that spot in the first place. Read More

Every New Mom Needs Support

Mar 03, 2022

At age 18, youth in foster care often choose to emancipate. More than 1,200 teens made this decision last year and many did not have a reliable support system to depend on. We can expect that 70% of these young women will be pregnant or parenting by the age of 21. Think for a moment about what it would be like to become a parent at a young age, without support. Read More

Family Makes a Difference

Feb 23, 2022

More than 1,200 teens aged out of the Texas foster care system last year. They finally have the right to make decisions about their future, but without support, achieving their goals can be extremely difficult. Read More

Foster Care and Adoption