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Who Can Become a Foster or Adoptive Family?

Apr 15, 2024

We’re not trying to find “perfect” parents; we’re looking for people who are willing to join a child’s story and become the safe, loving, nurturing family they need. Read to learn more about the requirements for becoming a foster or adoptive family. Read More

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Tulipalooza

Apr 05, 2022

PCHAS is proud to be one of several beneficiaries of this event. We raised $4,280.52! Thank you to everyone who made our first Tulipalooza a huge success. Read More

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Eviction Notice

Mar 18, 2022

​Rémy's wife had left him with six children under age 12. With so many young ones to care for, he couldn’t keep a job. The landlord had warned him about being late with the rent again, but there was nothing he could do. Read More

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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

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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

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Staff Spotlight: Jamie Bauman

Mar 03, 2022

In 2019, Baylor alum Jamie Bauman joined PCHAS​ as a case manager supervisor for Foster Care and Adoption in Austin. Her passion for social work began her freshman year of college when she did a summer internship at her local church. Read More

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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

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