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Michael and Debbie's Foster Care Journey with PCHAS

May 13, 2025

"If I can make one child feel safe, it means the world.” Michael and Debbie chose fostering over traditional retirement. Now they are “Uncle Mike” and “Aunt Debbie” to the six teens and pre-teens that fill their “Giant Cabin,” and they could not be more excited about it. Read their heartwarming story. 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


Lifting a Big Weight

Feb 22, 2022

"When I came in and saw the kids' beds, all made up with stuffed animals on them, I just bawled," said one mom. "We were leaving a bad situation and coming here was a big weight lifted off my shoulders." Read More


New Titles for Familiar Faces

Feb 22, 2022

PCHAS has named two new vice presidents: Jeanine Watson, vice president of human resources, and Cindy Lively, vice president of administration. Read More


Watch: Take A Chance On Me

Feb 16, 2022

There are more than 4,000 teens in foster care in Texas right now. Read More