A New World Child Placement Agency celebrates those this month and everyday who rise to the challenge of being temporary caregivers. We commend them for opening their minds, homes, and hearts to care for children and youth in need of a safe loving home.

Proclamation by President Joseph Biden, Jr for National Foster Care Month

Thank you for your monetary donation!

Click link to order: https://s.dgpopup.com/7m1i4vz7

Our Popcorn Fundraiser is a 4 day event. Your purchase will help support foster families and youth with scholarships, back-to-school events, Christmas gifts, and other initiatives created to support foster families and youth. It's so easy to order. There are no apps to download, you won't need to create an account, and best of all, your popcorn will be delivered directly to you. Share the above link with family, friends, co-workers, and neighbors and they too can enjoy some great popcorn while supporting a good cause. And remember - it's only 4 days. We are counting on your support. Thank you!

On December 8, 2023, A New World Child Placement will have their Annual Winter Gala Dinner Dance and Silent Auction. Funds from the fundraiser will be used for back to school supplies, summer camps, outdoor experiences, Christmas gifts, therapeutic services, and other initiatives. Tickets are $85 in advance, and $95 at the door. Attire is formal. Click link to view and purchase tickets in Eventbrite!

Free College for any foster youth who has ever been in foster care since 13 yrs old. To learn more visit https://cdhe.colorado.gov/programs-and-services/postsecondary-education-programs-and-services/foster-youth-financial

Denver Workforce Services – Out of School Youth (OSY) program, ages 18-24 has a wonderful opportunity for your youth. Our goal is to introduce youth into the workforce, help youth gain job experience, and kickstart their career journey. DWS OSY program can assist with career planning, job searching, work experiences, and more that will assist youth in achieving their educational and/or career goals. Participants in OSY must qualify and be eligible to receive Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funding. We would love to schedule a meeting with you to talk about a potential partnership!

Attached is a copy of our YouTube video. Looking forward in partnering with you.

The Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE) is now accepting applications for the Second Chance Scholarship Program. See program information for how to apply and deadlines.

Congratulations to our newly licensed homes!

We welcome you to A New World! Remember we are here to support you in any way we can. You are part of our Family and Community! We are excited to do this great work with you!

Welcome!

Stephanie

Be sure to fill out our Family Connection Link below if you have not done so already.

With a gratitude mindset, you focus on the infinite opportunities available in all areas of your life. When you are grateful, you focus on the positive things more than the negative things. This focus then attracts more positive things to you. "I believe that every single event in life that happens is an opportunity to choose love over fear." ~Oprah Winfrey

Based on the premise that every child is extraordinary, the 7 Mindsets program can positively impact the culture in your home by addressing social and emotional issues and facilitating character development.

Each quarter we will be discussing an important Mind Set adopted from the 7 Mindsets SEL curriculum. Visit https://7mindsets.com/ to learn more.

This quarter's Mindset is "Attitude of Gratitude"

If you see a child in a life-threatening emergency, dial 911 immediately.

Colorado Child abuse hotline

Report neglect or abuse right away; contact your case manager immediately after.

1-844-CO-4-KIDS

http://www.co4kids.org/

Colorado Crisis Services

call 1-844-493-8255 or text 38255

Confidential statewide mental health services and emotional crisis help.

https://coloradocrisisservices.org/

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

1-800-273-8255

If you suspect someone is struggling, PLEASE share this number. There are options to chat, for deaf or hard of hearing individuals, for Spanish-speakers, and specific resources for youth.

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

Colorado's 24/7 Human Trafficking Hotline

1-866-455-5075

You can report tips and request referrals.

https://combathumantrafficking.org/

We sincerely hope you never need to use these resources, but it's important to know about them, just in case. If one of these events happens to your child and you're not sure what to do, please give your case manager a call.

Foster families can perform sex offender searches in Colorado and Nationally themselves to be more aware of any potential safety concerns within their neighborhood.

The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) provides information on sexually violent predator's, multiple offenders, felony conviction, and those who failed to register as required. The National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW). NSOPW is an unprecedented public safety resource providing the public with access to sex offender data nationwide for the safety of adults and children.

***The above information is provided as an awareness tool so that you can adequately protect yourself and your children from these individuals. The use of the sex offender registry information to harass, endanger, intimidate, threaten or in any way seek retribution on an offender through illegal channels is prohibited. Any person who engages or participates in such acts may be charged criminally.

https://app.peachjar.com/flyers/2443893/schools/109317

Jambos is a company passionate about bringing comfort to foster families and children. Jambos mission is simple but should not be considered small. We exist to bring comfort to children as they journey through the foster care system. Their hope is that every child in the foster care system experiences comfort and peace. It is their mission to bring peace of mind to their anxious circumstances.

Go to https://jambosdonates.com/request-pjs to learn more about Jambos and request Pajamas,

The Provider Handbook is available in both English and Spanish.

The Colorado Department of Early Childhood released a Provider Handbook for the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP). The handbook is a valuable resource for providers as well as the child welfare staff who work with providers.

This handbook provides the most current information on CCCAP, including:

• Program Overview

• Working with Counties to Become a CCCAP Provider (Licensed and Qualified Exempt)

• CCCAP Provider Responsibilities

• Receiving Payment for Services (Attendance Tracking System and Payroll)

• Preventing Fraud, Waste, and Abuse

• CCCAP Provider Licensing Requirements and Qualified Exempt Provider Requirements

• Resources and Contact Information for Additional Assistance
  
  

Healthy Kids Healthy World LLC, a newly formed social enterprise, is dedicated to providing kids, families, and communities impacted by trauma with the tools, resources, and relationships they need to heal and build healthy lives. HKHW’s goal is to create a healthier world by helping to alleviate the long-term effects of trauma. Read more...

Please note offer has expired. Dr. Edgerley is still accepting new patients.

We have a fantastic resource to assist with birthdays for foster youth. We have had several families use this resource and they cannot say enough about how helpful it was with giving their foster youth a fantastic birthday. If you are interested in providing your foster youth with a great birthday and want a helpful resource, please see the following steps below:

Going to the website and completing the birthday wish list for the youth (at least one week advance notice is appreciated, one months’ notice is preferred). This can be done in advance as well.

https://www.fosterfete.com/

Click on the foster parent tab and then click on the child questionnaire to list the youths preferred items.

Communicate with a staff at Foster Fete to locate a delivery location and delivery details (homes in all locations can participate)

Birthday celebrations will consist of: decorations, plates, a cake from a local bakery, gifts according to the completed wish list.

All that will be asked for is the first name of the youth and the age (this information is used for internal logistics and decorations)

Participation in this wonderful resource is optional but all A New World foster homes may
use these resources for their foster youth.

Any questions on this, please contact Renee at Foster Fete: renee@fosterfete.com

They are amazing. We have had 3 birthdays recently including twins and Foster fete were such a blessing! The gifts are very nice and specific to the child, cake with candles and balloons made celebrating EASY and a joy for the entire family.

Thank you ANW for such an awesome resource,

Theresa

Waterford received a grant to provide a FREE kindergarten readiness program for children born between 8/1/17-7/31/18. The funding for CO is directed toward low-income/rural families without access to pre-k services or families that choose to educate at home. We're excited to announce the launch of a statewide database of foster care resources for foster families, former kids in care, and those looking to get involved through volunteering or donating. Learn more...

This database was created by Just As Special, a local organization focused on giving kids in foster care a better tomorrow, in partnership with Cobbled Streets.

How This Database Makes a Difference

• Simplifies finding mental and physical health options for kids in care by listing only Medicaid-accepting providers and noting trauma-informed options
  
• Connects foster parents to free, virtual therapy to avoid placement disruption and a kid having to move homes
  
• Helps former kids in care secure employment or housing to more successfully transition into adulthood
  
• And much more!
  
  

Inclusive Focus

This resource database is a reflection of Just As Special's mission to honor and celebrate the diversity and lived experiences of the foster care community.

Just As Special does its best to verify that listed resources are always inclusive — and trauma-informed whenever possible.

Just As Special takes community feedback seriously and has made it possible to leave reviews of listed resources as well as submit resources for consideration so this database is ever-evolving.

We have an exciting goal to create a Provider Directory of Foster Parents who would like to connect with one another for purposes of seeking and providing support, advice, friendships, and just general connection and community. Please fill out this 1-minute survey below and let us know if you would like to participate in Family Connections at A New World.

Thank you in advance for your participation!

How long have you been at A New World? I have been at ANWCPA for 5 months now.

What do you love most about your job? What I live most about my job is being able to care for my kids and work at the same time. I also love being able to find homes for the kids in foster care.

What makes a day great? To me what makes a great day is cool weather about 45-65 degrees. And being around the ones I love and that love and support me and challenge me to be better than yesterday.

What advice would you give to someone who wants to become a foster parent? For someone wanting to be a foster parent, they need to understand that even though you raised successful children, your parenting style needs to be altered with extra love an open mind, and more understanding. The kids in care come with a lot of luggage and they need a safe loving place to slowly unpack.

What does your ideal weekend look like? My ideal weekend is cooler temperatures and hosting friends for a lunch, sledding with my kids, nieces and nephews, and/or watching football

Click here to see more...

Click link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lunch-learn-foster-information-session-registration-400257108787

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Email: lindsey@anewworldcpa.org
Website: https://www.anewworldcpa.org
Location: 10800 East Bethany Drive suite 225, Aurora, CO, USA
Phone: 303-743-4000
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