by Kaitlin Earnest | Sep 20, 2024 | Foster Care
Fostering teens is an urgent need that is often overlooked, despite the fact that older youth represent over 27% of children in foster care. Statistics show that only 56% of teenagers are placed with families, while many age out of the system without ever finding a...
by Kaitlin Earnest | May 14, 2024 | Foster Care, Story
At 16 years old, Emily’s journey into foster care began when she started babysitting for a family with biological, adopted, and foster children. This experience showed Emily all the beautiful, messy parts of fostering and sparked her passion for fostering. Emily, her...
by Jenn McWhirter | Feb 23, 2024 | Awards
Like many families waiting for children, Jose and Marina were parents of dogs. Five dogs in fact! While their beautiful home was filled with the joy of canine snuggles and loyal love, their hearts were longing for the joy that only children can bring to a home – the...
by Jenn McWhirter | Oct 20, 2023 | Nevada
The first one to feed you a midnight snack. The first one who let you pick out a stuffed animal friend “for keeps.” The first one to dry your tears and coax a little smile from you. The first one to sit with you until you slept and be ready to greet you when awoke. ...
by Jenn McWhirter | Oct 20, 2023 | Nevada
I vividly remember that year. I hadn’t really noticed I used the phrase, “I would never…” on occasion. I mean, why would I notice? People said it all the time. Once in a while someone out there would say, with a knowing little smile on their face, and a lilt in...
by Jenn McWhirter | Oct 20, 2023 | Nevada
It was our annual church Thanksgiving dessert night. The room was buzzing with conversation and laughter. There was constant discussion about which delectable confection was the one people had been waiting for all year! Most agreed it was Sally’s cheesecake! Our...
by Traci Turner | Oct 2, 2023 | Foster Care, Resources
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is a heartbreaking and mysterious phenomenon that has puzzled medical professionals, parents, and caregivers for many years. As a family service agency, Koinonia holds space for the impact of this tragic occurrence on biological,...
by Lanni Jackson | Aug 31, 2023 | Culture, Resources
If you’re reading this, chances are you know someone who has thought about, attempted, or lost their life to suicide. As one of the leading causes of death in the United States, suicide is a serious public health concern that affects individuals, families, and...
by Lanni Jackson | Jul 29, 2023 | Resources
August is here, which means school is just around the corner! We know the transition from summer back to the school year can be a time full of excitement and emotion. Occasionally it can be a big struggle and adjustment for families, but we are here to support you in...
by Lanni Jackson | Jun 27, 2023 | Adoption, Foster Care, Story
When Ted and Richard began their relationship, they spent much of the year traveling. They were adventurous and had a very fun lifestyle together, always on the go. Originally they did not have any intentions of having kids because they always had their families’ and...
