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Krystal’s Story: Finding Strength Through Support

Nov 18, 2025

After a painful separation and months of searching for help, Krystal felt overwhelmed and alone as she cared for her three children. When she reached out to PCHAS, she was not just looking for housing. She was looking for hope. Read her incredible journey and learn more about how to get involved at Presbyterian Children's Homes and Services. Read More

​What is “Aging Out” of Foster Care?

Mar 22, 2021

PCHAS has several residences for young adults preparing to leave the foster care system. Alisa Griffiths, director of Missouri residential programs, tells us what it means to “age out.” Read More


“I Always Wondered If They Looked Like Me”

Mar 18, 2021

Dianne was the youngest of six. Placed in different homes, Dianne and her sister Cathy lived at opposite ends of Houston for 20 years. “I knew I was adopted as a baby and that I had sisters, but nothing else,” she says. “I always wondered if they looked like me.” Read More


Race and Foster Care

Mar 10, 2021

The foster care and adoption system has long reflected the effects of systemic racism. Read More


Mastering Anxiety

Mar 10, 2021

Jay's anxiety began during middle school and developed into a paralyzing panic disorder. In the fall of his junior year, he began meeting with Maggie Goodwin, a PCHAS therapist. “I don’t want to be defined by this disorder,” he told Maggie. “I want to master it.” Read More


Helping Children Cope with Natural Disasters

Mar 03, 2021

Community Resource Coordinator/Therapist Christopher Massey (MSW, LMSW) shares ways to help children cope with natural disasters. Read More


A Letter of Appreciation

Feb 25, 2021

A mother shares her appreciation for our Therapeutic Mentoring Program. Read More