--- title: NCHS Blog | Family & Kinship Support description: Family & Kinship Support | NCHS Blog --- [Donate](https://nchs.org/donate/) - - - - - [402.451.0787](tel:402.451.0787) [402.451.0787](tel:402.451.0787) - [130th Anniversary](https://nchs.org/130-years-nchs-celebration/) - [Calendar](https://nchs.org/events/) - [Careers](https://nchs.org/careers/) - [Get Involved](https://nchs.org/get-involved/) [Donate](https://nchs.org/donate/) [![Finalized-NCHS-Full-Color](https://blog.nchs.org/hubfs/Finalized-NCHS-Full-Color.svg)](https://nchs.org/) - [Family Support](https://nchs.org/family-support/) - Column 1 - [Pregnancy Services Offering resources, support, & guidance as you determine the best course of action for you & your family.](https://nchs.org/pregnancy-services/) - [Top Pregnancy Questions](https://nchs.org/pregnancy-services/top-questions/) - [Kinship Navigation Connecting kinship families to the support & community resources they need to thrive.](https://kinship.nchs.org/) - [Families Forever Providing support & strategies for deepening the bonds of families formed through adoption or guardianship.](https://nchs.org/families-forever/) - [Become a Families2Families Mentor](https://nchs.org/become-a-mentor-make-a-difference/) - [Full Circle Conference 2024](https://fullcircle.nchs.org/) - [Early Childhood Education Educating & developing children as they prepare for kindergarten and beyond.](https://nchs.org/early-childhood-education/) - Column 2 - [Parent & Caregiver Support:](https://nchs.org/parent-caregiver-support/) - [Healthy Families America Personalized advice & guidance for expectant or newborn parents.](https://nchs.org/healthy-families/) - [Self-Sufficiency Gain vital skills needed to become more self-sufficient.](https://nchs.org/self-sufficiency/) - [Teen & Young Parent Program Preparing teens & young parents for adulthood.](https://nchs.org/teen-young-parent-program/) - [Foster Care](https://nchs.org/foster-care/) - Column 1 - [Steps to Becoming a Foster Family Get information regarding the process of becoming a foster family.](https://nchs.org/foster-care/#becoming-foster-family) - [Mutual Selection Using a collaborative approach to work toward a brighter future.](https://nchs.org/foster-care/#mutual) - [Adoption](https://nchs.org/child-adoption/) - Column 1 - [Adopt Through NCHS Discover the steps you need to take to start your adoption journey with NCHS.](https://nchs.org/adopt-through-nchs/) - [Considering Adoption for Your Child Get assistance with figuring out the next steps for you & your family.](https://nchs.org/consider-adoption-for-your-child/) - [Post-Adoption Services Access resources & support available to you after an adoption is finalized.](https://nchs.org/post-adoption-services/) - Column 2 - [Adoption Search Discover more about your biological lineage.](https://nchs.org/post-adoption-services#adoption-search) - [Birth-Parent Support Group Peer support for birth parents that chose adoption.](https://nchs.org/post-adoption-services#birth-parent-support) - [Families Forever Providing support & strategies for deepening the bonds of families formed through adoption or guardianship.](https://nchs.org/families-forever/) - [Learn](https://nchs.org/learn/) - Column 1 - [Blog Catch up on the latest tips & information our team has to offer.](https://blog.nchs.org/) - [Resources Browse our extensive resource library to get the answers you need.](https://nchs.org/resources/) - [A Guide to Kinship Care](https://info.nchs.org/kinship-care-resources-services-help-you-care-unique-family) - [Support For Expectant And New Parents](https://info.nchs.org/pregnancy-services-support-for-expectant-and-new-parents) - [Support for Families Formed Through Adoption](https://info.nchs.org/families-forever-support-families-formed-adoption) - Column 2 - [Events Stay updated on the latest events & volunteer opportunities through NCHS.](https://nchs.org/events/) - [News & Press Read up on NCHS’s latest announcements & community news.](https://nchs.org/news-press-releases/) - [Celebrating 130 Years | NCHS Come celebrate with us as we look to a bright future and remember 130 years of caring for Nebraska’s children families.](https://nchs.org/130-years-nchs-celebration/) - [About](https://nchs.org/about/) - Column 1 - [Mission, Values & Strategic Plan Our core values are the driving factor behind everything we do.](https://nchs.org/mission-values-strategic-plan/) - [Leadership, Board, & Trustees](https://nchs.org/about#team) - [Partnerships & Donors](https://nchs.org/partners/) - [Strategic Plan](https://nchs.org/mission-values-strategic-plan#strategic) - [Contact](https://nchs.org/contact/) - [*Family Support* Caring For Your Grandchildren And Yourself Learn valuable strategies for caring for yourself and your grandchildren. Download Now](https://nchs.org/resource/raising-your-grandchildren-one-pager/) - [*Foster Care* FOSTER CARE PROGRAM Access the support, resources, guidance, and tools parents and babies need for… Download Now](https://nchs.org/resource/nchs-foster-care-program/) - [*Adoption* Strengthening Your Relationship As A Family Discover the support and resources available for families formed through adoption or… Download Now](https://nchs.org/resource/families-forever-one-pager/) - [*Learn* Annual Report Gain insight into the impact and work our team has achieved over… Download Now](https://nchs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCHS-Annual-Report-2021-2022.pdf) - [*About* Strategic Plan NCHS believes in building a bright, healthy future for all children and… Download Now](https://nchs.org/resource/strategic-plan/) #### Featured Article # The Essential Role of a Hospital Adoption Plan in Your Adoption Journey [Read Now](https://blog.nchs.org/create-hospital-adoption-plan-guide) - [Latest Blog](https://blog.nchs.org) - [Pregnancy Support](https://blog.nchs.org/tag/pregnancy-support) - [Family & Kinship Support](https://blog.nchs.org/tag/family-kinship-support) - [Donor Stories](https://blog.nchs.org/tag/donor-stories) - [News & Announcements](https://blog.nchs.org/tag/news-announcements) - [Tips & Advice](https://blog.nchs.org/tag/tips-advice) ![](https://blog.nchs.org/hubfs/Group%203.svg) ![](https://blog.nchs.org/hubfs/X.svg) ![](https://blog.nchs.org/hubfs/Group%203.svg) ## Family & Kinship Support NCHS Blog September 21, 2023 6 min read ##### The Essential Role of a Hospital Adoption Plan in Your Adoption Journey Adoption is quite the journey, filled with a mix of emotions and a multitude of decisions. Among... Read More + September 15, 2023 2 min read ##### Governor Pillen proclaims September is Kinship Care Awareness Month Caption: Governor Jim Pillen presents Kinship Care Awareness Month Proclamation to NCHS Chief... Read More + August 10, 2023 5 min read ##### Navigating the Difficulties of Adoption: Supporting Your Child and Being Their Voice For families formed through adoption, the notion of advocating for yourself and your family can... Read More + July 20, 2023 6 min read ##### Navigating Loss: A Guide to the Core Issues of Adoption Adoption is a complex and deeply personal experience that can have far-reaching effects on all... Read More + July 6, 2023 4 min read ##### Why New Parents Need Support - Benefits of Healthy Families America® Education and assistance are crucial for first-time parents, and Healthy Families America® can... Read More + April 13, 2023 4 min read ##### Positive Adoption Language: Why It Matters Words have the ability to shape our attitudes and perspectives on topics. The power of language has... Read More + January 12, 2023 5 min read ##### Common Long-Term Issues Faced By Adoptive Families & How to Solve Them Adoptive families face a unique set of challenges once they come together under one roof. In many... Read More + December 15, 2022 5 min read ##### What Should I Expect When Trying To Bond With My Adopted Child? After completing the adoption process, families are rightfully excited to get started on their next... Read More + November 10, 2022 5 min read ##### Full Circle Conference Round-Up Our first Families Forever Full Circle conference was a huge success! Between the in-person... Read More + October 13, 2022 3 min read ##### Support for Adoptive Families Comes Full Circle with NCHS’ Conference NCHS’ conference, “Full Circle” on October 27, 2022, aims to deepen the understanding of how... Read More + September 15, 2022 1 min read ##### Governor Ricketts proclaims September is Kinship Care Awareness Month Caption: Lt Governor Mike Foley Foley presents Kinship Care Awareness Month Proclamation to speaker... Read More + June 24, 2022 7 min read ##### 32 Ways to Entertain Children in the Summer Summertime is highly anticipated among people of all ages. The weather becomes ideal for... Read More + June 2, 2022 7 min read ##### 4 Tips for Grandparents Helping to Care for Their Grandchild For people who have had and raised their own children, becoming a grandparent can be an exciting... Read More + May 12, 2022 7 min read ##### Answering Kinship Caregivers’ Top 7 Questions So you’ve found yourself in a unique and new parenting role. You’ve stepped up and helped to care... Read More + April 14, 2022 6 min read ##### 3 Strategies For Helping Adopted Children Make And Keep Friends As a parent, it can be difficult to watch your child struggle in social situations, especially when... Read More + April 7, 2022 5 min read ##### 4 Tips To Deepen Your Relationship With Your Adopted Child Establishing a deep and meaningful connection with your adopted child may not happen overnight. As... Read More + March 24, 2022 6 min read ##### Top Resources For Adoptive Families Upholding adoption as a positive way to grow your family has been the cornerstone of NCHS since our... Read More + March 17, 2022 5 min read ##### Breaking Adoption Stigmas — Your Family Is Still A Family The stigma that your adoptive family is somehow different from a typical biological family is not... 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