McKinley 2025 Women’s Conference: Resilient, Fearless, Limitless McKinley is proud to announce its 2025 Women’s Conference, set to take place on Saturday, April 5, from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM at the McKinley Campus, located at 762 Cypress St., San Dimas, CA. This year’s theme, "Resilient, Fearless, Limitless," celebrates the strength and potential
Advocacy in Action: Empowering Teens in Foster Care McKinley, a beacon of hope and compassion for children, youth, and families across Southern California, proudly marks its 125th anniversary in 2025. This momentous milestone reflects more than a century of dedication to transforming lives through innovative education, counseling, and social services. From Humble
Our Toys n' Joys campaign was a huge success this year. Thanks for the generous donations from all those that supported our efforts.
Advocacy in Action: Empowering Teens in Foster Care Teens in foster care face unique challenges as they navigate a critical phase of their lives. While foster families provide essential support, a broader community effort is needed to empower these young individuals. In this article, we'll explore the concept of advocacy and delve
Teens In Foster Care Want You To Know These 10 Things In the world of foster care, there exists a critical need for families willing to open their hearts and homes to teenagers. Unfortunately, stereotypes and misconceptions often deter potential foster parents from considering teens, leaving many young individuals without a stable
BOLD AND BRILLIANT: A RECAP OF OUR WOMEN'S CONFERENCE At McKinley, we recently had the privilege of hosting a remarkable event—the Women's Conference. This gathering wasn't just about networking and discussions; it was a powerful testament to the impact of collective compassion and support for foster youth. The primary objective of our Women's
Fostering Teens: The Right Questions To Ask As a foster or adoptive parent, it's crucial to gather comprehensive information before accepting a placement to assess compatibility and ensure your ability to support the child's healing process once in your home. The foster care placement meeting provides an opportunity to obtain vital details,
8 Tips For Fostering Teens Navigating the realm of parenting teenagers is a societal hallmark, brimming with a tapestry of anecdotes, frustrations, and humor, especially as hormones fluctuate, identities take shape, and the quest to guide a teen's growth and development unfolds. Foster parenting a teenager mirrors the challenges and rewards of
HOW DOES THE TEENAGE FOSTER CARE SYSTEM WORK? The teenage years are a time of transition and transformation, where young individuals are on the cusp of adulthood, seeking independence, and navigating the complexities of life. For those teenagers who, for various reasons, cannot live with their biological families, the foster care system
TEENAGE FOSTER CARE REQUIREMENTS What are the teenage foster care requirements? It's a choice that can provide stability and support to teenagers who, for various reasons, cannot live with their biological families. Adolescents in foster care are at a unique stage of development, and meeting their needs and nurturing their growth requires
