An Unexpected Phone Call Changes Everything

Sep 22, 2022

It’s startling when the phone rings in the middle of the night because it’s rarely good news. In 2014, the voice on the other end of the line of Amy and Gary’s unexpected phone call was a CPS worker. Brooklynn and Brayden, their great niece and nephew, needed a safe place. The worker asked, “Will you take them?” Read More

Why Should Kinship Caregivers Get Licensed?

Sep 21, 2022

When the state of Texas takes conservatorship of children due to abuse or neglect, they need a loving family until the kids can safely return home. In the past, foster families were the primary resource when kids had to be away from their parents, but today, Kinship Caregivers are leading the way. Read More

DFPS “Partners in Prevention” Recognizes PCHAS Mom with Outstanding Parent Award

Sep 16, 2022

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) has awarded its 2023 Outstanding Parent Award to Laura Martinez, a volunteer for Presbyterian Children's Homes and Services (PCHAS). Martinez received the honor September 14 at the Partners in Prevention Conference hosted by DFPS in Corpus Christi. Read More

The Invisible Girl

Sep 08, 2022

Nancy noticed LaToya’s broken arm on the first day of school. On this exciting morning for her peers, the eight-year-old was solemn. She wore clothes that didn’t fit and hid cafeteria food in her desk. Read More

Life After Foster Care

Aug 31, 2022

Launching into adulthood takes courage and grit. Young adults who age out of foster care and take on the world do so without support and face even more challenges. Read More

Introducing Crystal Kirby, Vice President of Finance

Aug 09, 2022

PCHAS is proud to introduce Crystal Kirby as our new Vice President of Finance. Read More

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