by sstinson | Nov 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
Building a Strong Support System for Raising Children with 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...
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 | 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...
by sstinson | Aug 3, 2022 | Aging Forward, Child Welfare, Foster Care, Health, Parenting, Trauma, Wellness
During the time spent in foster care, a child will experience many things they might not have previous exposure to, such as extracurricular activities, routine medical exams, and traveling. Which poses the question of whether foster care has the potential to enhance...
