Posted on July 28, 2024,
Good Works Weekly
Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Adoption Specialist Tina Graber shared this story with GWW. I wanted to share a story of hope and healing for a sibling group of four that I’ve had the privilege of working with since the fall of 2022. All four children, ages 11, 10, 9, and 7 had been living at our CHS residential facility when I met them and were there for about three years total. I was told by the DSS worker at the time of referral that she would like to see if we could find a family that could adopt all four siblings together, but that the likelihood of that happening was very slim.
I got to know each child and worked closely with each child’s therapist here at CHS to determine what their needs were and the type of family that would be the best fit for all of them. The children had some ups and downs with their emotional and behavioral struggles throughout this time, including a period when one of the brothers had such significant behaviors that we thought he would not be able to be with his siblings.
After extensive searching and assessment of many families, including potential relative placements, the DSS worker and I identified a family who wanted to adopt all four siblings together and seemed to be a wonderful fit for what these children needed.
Click here to read the rest of their story...
• • •
We send fond farewell wishes to two of our dedicated employees at Children’s Home Shelter For Family Safety who are retiring this week. Donna and Cathy share fond memories of their time working at CHS. Both say that the people that they met and their experiences at shelter have been a blessing and made a lasting impression! You’ve been a blessing to us, as well, Donna and Cathy. Read more...
• • •
Are you wondering where to get a Stand for Good t-shirt or a CHS-branded sweatshirt that you’ve seen a coworker wearing? Check in and check out your favorites at the CHS Apparel Store, open this month! You can order your favorite logowear now through August 1.
• • •
We welcomed 11 new employees to the CHS family at New Employee Orientation on Monday, July 22. Learn a few Fun Facts about each of them, and view their photos in our New Kids on the Block feature. For instance, one of our new employees is an identical twin! Be sure to greet your new co-workers in the coming weeks and help them learn the ropes!
• • •
Remember to celebrate your coworker’s special day! Check out these August birthdays and work anniversaries.
• • •
Qualified staff can be the first to apply for any open position at CHS. This week’s featured posts include:
View our full listing of job openings at all CHS campuses. And don’t forget to refer your friends and family for a referral bonus of up to $1,000!