Strengthen the Spirit of Virginia
Strengthen the Spirit of Virginia
Strengthen the Spirit of Virginia
Strengthen the Spirit of Virginia
Across Virginia, thousands of extended family members, coaches, teachers, and friends are caring for children who need a stable family environment. Children in kinship families are cared for by someone familiar to the child, enabling that child to avoid being separated from the people who know and love them while remaining in their own communities.
Kinship families increase the general wellbeing of children and significantly improve their outcomes. The Youngkin Administration has a plan to increase the number of kinship families. Thank you, kinship families, for all you do to make a difference in the life of a child!
Click below to learn more about kinship care and your options as a kinship caregiver.
Many localities in Virginia have Kinship Navigators who can help you navigate your role as a kinship family.
Children who have been separated from their biological parents experience trauma. Click below to learn more about trauma and adverse childhood experiences.
Children who have experienced trauma may need mental or behavioral health services. Please click below for information on accessing those services.
Find your Community Services Board for local mental health help.
Contact the Office of the Children's Ombudsman using the link below.