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Benadryl Alert – English
Provides safety information regarding the use of Benadryl in foster care settings.
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Spanish Fostering Health
A course designed to educate foster parents and caregivers about the health needs of children in foster care, presented in Spanish.
Useful information for: Adoptive Parents, Child Welfare Specialists, Foster Parents, Healthcare Providers, Kinship Caregivers -
Practice Guide: Standards And Practice Regarding The Health Care Of Children In DCF’s Care
Offers guidelines for ensuring the health and wellness of children under the care of the Department of Children and Families.
Useful information for: Child Welfare Specialists, Foster Parents, Healthcare Providers, Kinship Caregivers -
Military One Source
Provides a comprehensive range of support and resources for military families, covering health, logistics, and family life.
Useful information for: Military FamiliesFiled under: Military -
Husky Health Provider Network
Connects families with a wide network of healthcare providers in Connecticut, ensuring access to medical services for children and adults.
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Food/Nutrition
Offers access to food and nutrition programs to support the health of foster and adoptive families in Connecticut.
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Child Welfare League of America
Provides advocacy and resources focused on the health, safety, and well-being of children, particularly those in foster care.
Useful information for: Adoptive Parents, Child Welfare Specialists, Foster Parents, Kinship Caregivers, Policy MakersFiled under: Professional Organizations -
American Academy of Pediatrics
Offers guidelines and resources on child health and development.
Useful information for: Adoptive Parents, Child Welfare Specialists, Foster Parents, Healthcare Providers, Kinship Caregivers -
American Medical Association
Provides medical ethics resources and health policy information beneficial for adoptive and foster care settings.
Useful information for: Adoptive Parents, Child Welfare Specialists, Foster Parents, Healthcare Providers, Kinship Caregivers -
Adoption Assistance Program
Provides financial and medical support services to adoptive families, helping them meet the needs of their children.
Useful information for: Adoptive Parents, Child Welfare Specialists, Kinship Caregivers, Prospective Adoptive Parents