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Preparing Teens for the Holidays: Balancing Independence and Family Traditions
Preparing Teens for the Holidays: Balancing Independence and Family Traditions The holiday season often brings images of cherished traditions and family togetherness. For families with teenagers, however, this time of year can also introduce a new dynamic: balancing...
5 Ways to Help Foster Teens Build Confidence and Independence
5 Ways to Help Foster Teens Build Confidence and Independence Watching a teenager grow into a self-assured young adult is one of the most rewarding experiences a caregiver can have. For teens in foster care, this journey toward confidence and independence often comes...
Raising Resilient Kids: Why Positive Self-Talk Matters
Raising Resilient Kids: Why Positive Self-Talk Matters Helping children grow into confident, resilient individuals is one of the greatest aims of parenting. Along with love and guidance, fostering a healthy inner voice—one rooted in positive self-talk—can make...
Helping Foster Kids Build Friendships at a New School
Helping Foster Kids Build Friendships at a New School Starting a new school can be nerve-wracking for any child, but for kids in foster care, it often comes with extra layers of anxiety. New faces, unfamiliar routines, and a completely different environment can feel...
How Choices For Life Empowers Families Through Counseling
Navigating emotional challenges can be overwhelming, especially when they affect not just individuals but entire families. That’s where Choices For Life steps in to provide a path toward healing and empowerment. Operating in Oklahoma and Georgia, this nationally...
Tips for Keeping Kids Engaged During Summer with Structured, Fun Days
For children, summer represents freedom from school, long sunny days, and plenty of opportunities to play. But for caregivers, the extended break can be challenging. Without proper structure, kids often experience boredom, which can lead to frustration, restlessness,...
Celebrating Foster Moms the Unsung Heroes with Hearts of Gold
Foster moms are extraordinary individuals who open their hearts and homes to children in need of love, care, and stability. They play a crucial role in shaping young lives, often during some of the most challenging times these children may face. Today, we take a...
Making a Difference, One Family at a Time with The Mission Behind Choices for Life
At the heart of every thriving community are families who are supported, cared for, and given the tools to succeed. Choices for Life exists to empower these families and communities, offering hope and healing through foster care and behavioral health services. Their...
The Role of Mental Health Support in Strengthening Foster Families
Foster families fill an extraordinary role. They provide children with stability, love, and a sense of belonging during times of profound uncertainty. But stepping into the world of foster care isn’t without its challenges. Both foster children and their caregivers...
Navigating Behavioral Health Challenges in Adolescents & How Outpatient Services Can Help
Adolescence is a time of growth, self-discovery, and change, but it can also be a challenging period for many teens. With pressures from school, peers, and social media, combined with the natural changes of growing up, behavioral health challenges can often arise. At...
Creating a Fresh Start for Foster Children Encouraging Hope and Confidence in 2025
The beginning of a new year is often a time filled with promise and opportunity. For foster children, this can be an especially meaningful moment—a chance for a fresh start and a renewed sense of hope. However, foster care comes with unique challenges, and building...
Make Mental Health a Priority This New Year with Resolutions That Matter
The New Year is traditionally a time for reflection and goal-setting. Many of us focus on resolutions like eating healthier or pursuing a career milestone, but how often do we think about setting goals for our mental well-being? At Choices For Life, we believe that...