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Time in Nature for Family Flourishing
Time in Nature for Family Flourishing
Spending time outdoors is one of the most overlooked yet generative ways to support mental health. In an era of heavy screen use and overburdened schedules, it takes great intention to partake of nature. Yet, with the benefits so clear, making a daily habit of being outside offers easy access to profound gains in flourishing.
Screen Limits for Family Flourishing
Screen Limits for Family Flourishing
Limiting screens for your family doesn’t have to an all-or-nothing approach. Numerous stories have found that even relatively small cuts make a really noticeable difference – and these differences have lasting effects.
Teen Tech Rules
Teen Tech Rules
Phones and apps are designed to grab your attention. Create simple boundaries for more focus, better sleep and more space for the things that matter most to you. Choose from the ideas below to create a tech rule for yourself that you and your parents will agree on.
Community Mapping for Global Leaders
Community Mapping for Global Leaders
Are you ready to transform how your organization or network serves vulnerable children and families? This Community Mapping Webinar is an engaging opportunity specifically designed for NGOs, churches, and ministries outside of the US who are collaborating to bring hope and support to those in need. View this webinar for an opportunity that will empower … Read more
CAFO2025 Student Flyer
CAFO2025 Student Flyer
Our annual conference is in Atlanta, GA this year! The CAFO Summit provides opportunities unlike any other for students preparing for a career in social work, cross-cultural ministry, or non-profit leadership to engage with other students and leaders and learn together about serving vulnerable children and families. CAFO provides a highly discounted registration fee and … Read more
CAFO2025 Full Conference Audio Download
CAFO2025 Full Conference Audio Download
Now available! Purchase the audio recordings from the General Sessions and Instructional workshops from the CAFO2025 conference in Houston, TX to enjoy at your own pace. This year’s CAFO2025 theme is “DISTINCT: Different from the World, for the World. Of this we can be sure: what our world needs most is not just more of … Read more
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More Than Enough Podcast
More Than Enough Podcast
The More Than Enough Podcast connects you to the people, ideas, and tools in foster care that will help your community work together to fill the biggest gaps in caring for children and families.
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Transitioning to Adulthood from Alternative Care Infographic
Transitioning to Adulthood from Alternative Care Infographic
This infographic summarizes findings from a global study of 962 adults with lived experience in alternative care across more than 20 countries. The research explores why children enter care and what most affects their transition into adulthood. Three main themes emerged: (a) relationships and social networks, showing the importance of stable, supportive relationships and psychosocial … Read more
Cultivating Soul Care
Cultivating Soul Care
New Research on What Truly Protects Those Who Serve Vulnerable Children Join the CAFO Research Center for an in-depth look at new findings on the role of spiritual support in promoting well-being among child welfare professionals. This webinar will unpack insights from our peer-reviewed study, Organization Spiritual Support, Burnout and Well-being in Child Welfare Settings, … Read more
Research Symposium at CAFO2025
Research Symposium at CAFO2025
The Research Symposium at CAFO2025 brought together scholars, practitioners and leaders to explore what fosters resilience, belonging and long-term well-being for children and families. The videos in this showcase highlight five featured talks on the topic of resilience, each filled with evidence-based practices to help you foster meaningful change in the lives of children who … Read more
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Until There’s More Than Enough
Until There’s More Than Enough
The words “NOT ENOUGH” are heard every day inside of our nation’s foster care system . . . Not enough resources. Not enough support. Not enough families. But it doesn’t have to be that way where you live. If you were to find and effectively collaborate with the right people, your county could go from … Read more
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Using AI Wisely and Well: Guidelines for the CAFO Community
Using AI Wisely and Well: Guidelines for the CAFO Community
Developed by a working group of leaders in the CAFO community, this booklet serves as some foundational guidance for ethical and effective use of AI tools in child and family-serving organizations. Rooted in both Scripture and child protection principles, it unpacks four key areas related to AI use in organizations including: The resource also includes … Read more
Gen Z and Mental Well-Being Webinar
Gen Z and Mental Well-Being Webinar
Practical Ideas for Christian Leaders and Parents Loving Vulnerable Children and Families Amid rising anxiety and depression, young people report being less happy and healthy, with greater struggles in purpose, character, and relationships. How can Christian parents and leaders respond – not with fear, but with wisdom and hope? This webinar, featuring Barna’s Gen Z and Mental … Read more
When There is Crisis
When There is Crisis
A Handbook for Christian Foster & Adoptive Families Facing Serious Struggle. Foster and adoptive parents long for their children to experience hope in places of deep and complex pain. Yet seasons of behavioral, emotional or developmental crisis can be part of the journey — and may feel overwhelming. When There Is Crisis is a handbook … Read more
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How Spiritual Support at Work Can Prevent Burnout and Improve Well-Being
How Spiritual Support at Work Can Prevent Burnout and Improve Well-Being
This infographic is based on a study published by Nicole Gilbertson Wilke, Jedd Medefind, and Amanda Hiles Howard. The study examined how organizations’ faith identity, perceived organizational support for spiritual practices, and perceived ability to implement those practices predict well-being and professional quality of life among child welfare professionals. A total of 262 professionals working … Read more
More Than Enough Essentials
More Than Enough Essentials
The words “not enough” are heard every day inside of our nation’s foster care system: Not enough resources. Not enough support. Not enough families. But it doesn’t have to be that way where you live. You can work with others in your community to provide more than enough for children and families before, during, and beyond foster … Read more
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