by sstinson | Mar 5, 2025 | Adoption, Aging Forward, Articles, Child Welfare, Foster Care, Health, Parenting, Social Work, Special Needs, Special Needs, therapy, Trauma, Wellness
Supporting parents, foster parents, and caregivers of children with neurological disorders is a profound act of compassion and dedication. These caregivers navigate daily challenges, advocating tirelessly to ensure their children receive the necessary care and...
by sstinson | Dec 3, 2024 | Community News, Parenting, Special Needs
Raising a child with special needs is a journey filled with unique challenges and joys. As parents navigate this path, building a reliable and inclusive support system is essential for the overall wellness of the child and the caregivers. A well-rounded network...
by sstinson | Apr 30, 2024 | Adoption, Aging Forward, Child Welfare, Community News, Foster Care, foster parents, Parenting, Special Needs, Wellness
Are you ready to be a foster parent and help a child needing unconditional love? Seraaj Family Homes, Inc. can assist you with making the choices that are right for your family. Let’s discuss a few common myths about fostering and answer some frequently asked...
by sstinson | Jun 27, 2023 | Child Welfare, Community News, Health, News, Parenting, remote work, Special Needs, Trauma, Wellness
By Abdul Seraaj Edited by Shay Stinson and Intisar Seraaj “On September 16, 2019, I was asked to give a parental testimony in front of the Montgomery (Alabama) YMCA Metro Board of Directors about how swimming has impacted the life of my son Rasheed Seraaj. I’d...
by sstinson | Feb 3, 2023 | Adoption, Child Welfare, Foster Care, Parenting, Social Work, therapy, Uncategorized, Wellness
Dear parents, I’m not sure your bare feet in the middle of the night will thank me for this information but; buy more legos! That’s right. As it turns out, they are just what our kiddos need to fine-tune some things. We’re researching ways to get children more...
by sstinson | Nov 9, 2022 | Adoption, Aging Forward, Child Welfare, Foster Care, Health, Holidays, Parenting, remote work, Social Work, therapy, Trauma, Wellness
The winter months introduce a change in weather, sleep patterns, and emotions that hit some of us pretty hard and may cause an increase in thoughts or feelings of depression. Seasonal depression affects people of all ages and from all walks of life. “Suicide is...
