Investigating America’s overwhelmed child welfare system - and those working to change it

[@La-di-da-e6l]

Thank you

[@DanielaLima-k4n]

Thank you for talking about foster care and helping people learn more about it and how they can help. We can all do something to support families and kids!

[@MichaelJonesII-z9z]

As a foster parent myself, this means so much to me to see other people bring awareness about families and youth experiencing Foster care. Everyone can do something, so if you are able please get involved!

[@CarePortalApp]

Love this. Yes! Children need a whole village around them!

[@StandTogetherCC]

Thank you for your work as a foster parent-it makes such a difference! We’re grateful this resonated with you and completely agree that everyone can play a part in supporting families and youth in foster care.

[@ryeprodz]

This investigative piece is both powerful and eye-opening! WOWZA! Thank you for bringing attention to the stories within the foster care community. It’s so encouraging to see journalism that captures both the complexities and the heart of these families, their needs and the organizations working to support them. Hopefully, this inspires many to consider ways they can make a difference for children and youth in foster care. Stories like these have the power to spark change - grateful for your work! PS- The kids in the video did a great job!!! Super compelling content!

[@CarePortalApp]

Agreed! Love how you put this - "captures both the complexities and the heart of these families, their needs and the organizations working to support them" It's complex work for sure. But that's life! Complex, messy, and beautiful all at once.

[@StandTogetherCC]

Thank you so much for your kind words! It’s incredible to see how these stories resonate and inspire. Highlighting the foster care community’s challenges and the amazing work being done is at the heart of this piece. We’re so proud of the kids and families featured-they truly made this story shine!

[@gretchendupps8978]

This is such a great educational piece about the foster care system. Learning more about why kids enter foster care not only breaks down stereotypes and misconceptions related to foster care but can also lead in the direction of preventing entry in the first place--and breaking the cycle. Relationships truly are the key to overcoming hardships and also trauma. Well done!

[@CarePortalApp]

Agreed!!! There's such a misconception about foster care. It starts with strengthening the family unit! That's what we aim to do at CarePortal :)

[@StandTogetherCC]

Thank you for your thoughtful comment! Breaking down misconceptions and focusing on prevention is so important, and we’re glad this piece resonated. Relationships really are at the heart of creating lasting change and breaking cycles of hardship.

[@vendibayles513]

Such a powerful video and mission! Thank to everyone involved helping foster children and the families that care for them! What an incredible way to impact the lives in your communities!

[@CarePortalApp]

Yes 🧡

[@RyeProdzzz2]

This video made me realize how important it is for kids in foster care to have people in their lives who really care about them. I think this video is right. The key to change anything is innovation and relationships. I really liked how the organization focused on building real relationships with these kids, making sure they know they’re not alone and that there’s someone cheering them on. It’s not just about support-it’s about showing up, believing in them, and treating them like family. Pretty cool.

[@CarePortalApp]

100%!!!

[@StandTogetherCC]

Thank you for sharing this! You captured the heart of the message perfectly-real change happens through relationships and showing up for one another. It’s amazing to see how this approach can transform lives and create a sense of family for kids in foster care.

[@cathycassidy9263]

What an inspiring story! It's incredible to see the life-changing impact of real, consistent support in foster care. Dr. Homsi, Patty, and Patrick’s journey together is such a testament to the power of relationships and community.

[@CarePortalApp]

Agreed!

[@CruzFlores-q1e]

This video really opens your eyes to the struggles kids face in the foster care system. It's tough to see how many are let down by a system that’s meant to protect them. There’s so much more that needs to change to make sure they get the care and support they deserve. Thanks for sharing this and bringing more awareness to such an important issue.

[@CarePortalApp]

so well said. the system meant to protect them. There's so many layers to it. Wrapping around our own community and helping where we can is one thing we can all do.

[@TaylorLGoodman]

This video is so powerful and important! Families and communities need support, children need their parents and people need people! Relationships are so huge in healing! I love the work CarePortal does to connect communities to members in need of support and I love what National Angels does to support families that are fostering! Such a beautiful way to highlight how we can all show up and make a difference!

[@CarePortalApp]

Relationships are healing!! 👏🏽👏🏽💯 It starts with strengthening the family unit! That's what we aim to do at CarePortal :)

[@StandTogetherCC]

You’re so right-relationships are central to healing and creating meaningful change. CarePortal and National Angels are doing incredible work, and it’s inspiring to see communities coming together to support families and kids.

[@InduUnnamatla]

This is so powerful. Relational permanence makes such a huge difference - whether it is at the top of the funnel, where families have a right to keep their children in their own care, or it is in the middle of the funnel where kids are in temporary care and need to be supported and cared for. The furthest along part of the funnel is where it's most challenging because these are kids in long term care, and that usually means changing homes frequently. But with consistent and intentional support to the youth and the caregiver family, we can change the stats. Thank you to all the organizations that are working tirelessly towards a better future for those experiencing foster care.

[@CarePortalApp]

Riiiight! It starts with strengthening the family unit! That's what we aim to do at CarePortal :)

[@StandTogetherCC]

Thank you for sharing this! Relational permanence truly is transformative at every stage, and consistent, intentional support can make a lasting impact. We’re grateful for the incredible work being done to create a better future for youth in foster care.

[@HeatherFeeney-wk3cj]

This video does a beautiful job of changing the narrative around foster care. Thank you for this beautiful piece and for reminding us all that we can EACH play a part in changing the lives of children AND their families.

[@CarePortalApp]

🧡🧡 Stand Together is amazing!! SO grateful for our partnership with them.

[@StandTogetherCC]

We are so glad you liked it! We agree, it truly takes a village to make a difference in the lives of children and their families.

[@SarahCash-sl7kh]

Thank you for this wonderful educational content about foster care. The more people know, the more inclined they are to take action to change the stats!

[@tashafitzgerald3476]

Remarkable.

[@Riskingitall-LoveBeyondBorders]

Wow! I hope this app changes things! It is absolutely right that more people should get involved

[@mrs.susanramirez]

Thank you for shining a light on the challenges of our child welfare system and highlighting organizations like National Angels that are working to turn the tide. The statistics you shared are true and heartbreaking-what’s inspiring though is the belief that this crisis is solvable. At National Angels, we know that lasting progress comes from empowering individuals and families-not just through systemic reforms, but by ensuring every person is seen, valued, empowered and supported. Together, through partnerships like these, we can build a society where every child has the opportunity to realize their potential and every family is equipped with the support they need to thrive. Let’s keep amplifying these bottom-up solutions and challenging the status quo to create a brighter future for everyone. Also shout out to the Family Justice Law Center and Care Portal teams! It is amazing to be highlighted alongside you both! --Susan Ramirez, Founder & CEO of National Angels.

[@jennyslade1314]

I am x foster parent solution for poverty is simple give the money to parents that foster parents would get

[@memejean8655]

Clean up on drugs first ,check on kids more offten ,sent less money to other countries and help our own