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  • Connecting Foster Children with Adoptive Parents Since 1972

    Connecting Foster Children with Adoptive Parents Since 1972
    2025/08/29
    Ep. 1 In this debut episode of License to Love, hosts Lauri McKnight (Executive Director) and Veronica Black (Director of Program Services) of Families Thrive share the inspiring journey of how their organization evolved from Children Awaiting Parents into a comprehensive foster care and adoption agency. With decades of combined experience, Lauri and Veronica open the door to what fostering and adoption look like in New York State today. From advocating for sibling groups and minority children to creating support models that nurture both kids and families, their work continues to transform lives and communities. ✨ Key Takeaways Families Thrive has expanded from an adoption exchange into a licensed foster care and adoption agency. The organization pioneered visibility for children in care through resources like the CAT book, which inspired NY State’s Blue Book. Their approach focuses on family strengths and children’s needs—never just “bed availability.” Innovative support programs like coach visitation and family team meetings help families succeed long term. 💬 Notable Quotes “Our mission is to demystify the process of gaining your license to foster or adopt in New York State.” – Lauri McKnight “Families Thrive is not just about putting kids in homes; it's about creating safe, nurturing environments.” – Veronica Black 🔗 Resources 🌐 FamiliesThrive.org 💙 Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Program: https://www.davethomasfoundation.org/how-we-help/wendys-wonderful-kids/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Licensed to Love Trailer

    Licensed to Love Trailer
    2025/08/18
    Have you ever felt called to do more? To open your heart—and your home—to a child who needs love and stability? Meet Lauri & Veronica, two moms with decades of lived and professional experience in foster care and adoption. As executives at Families Thrive Inc, they’re guiding future parents through the real journey of fostering and adoption in New York State. Because every child deserves a safe, loving home. 💛 Licensed to Love is your inside look at what it takes to become a foster parent: the steps, the stories, the challenges, and the joy of making a lasting difference. 📅 Episode 1 drops Friday, August 29 on the JazzCast Pros Network. Connect with us: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn: (24) Families Thrive, Inc.: Overview | LinkedIn Music from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/evoli/vancouver License code: OP7TONLRWONEVAYD https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/the-drive-homeLicense code: NB4UXXO92DPEWR1A Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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