Resources

We all have been impacted by COVID-19 and the mitigation measures that have been put in place.  We have provided a few resources that may help as we live through such unprecedented times.

Governor Newsom Announces $42 Million to Protect Foster Youth and Families Impacted by COVID-19 [Article]

“Governor Gavin Newsom announced on April 13, 2020, new investments aimed at protecting at-risk and children in foster care who are impacted by COVID-19. The $42 million in funding over the next three months is intended to support foster children and reduce child abuse through the following investments…”

The Alliance for Children’s Rights

Coronavirus and Foster Care: A Growing Collection of Resources for the Faith Community [Resource Page]

This is “a central place to collect information that might be helpful to you as you advocate for children and families in your community.” CAFO has collected webinars, news links, and other resources to assist you in this time.

Christian Alliance for Orphans

Coming Together During the COVID-19 Outbreak [Resource Page]

“While our country faces a very uncertain time, we want you to know that we’re still here, still working, and still wholly committed to supporting the children, youth, and families who need us the most. And we know you are, too.”

This is a robust list of community resources that may help you (or your family & friends) during this crisis.This is “a central place to collect information that might be helpful to you as you advocate for children and families in your community.” CAFO has collected webinars, news links, and other resources to assist you in this time.

The Alliance for Children’s Rights

Overcoming Anxiety in the Era of Coronavirus with Dr. Curt Thompson, M.D. [Podcast]

Some topics covered in this episode:

• The long-term impacts of a sustained anxious state and its consequences for our body, mind and heart.

• The strong relationship between anxiety and human connection.

• How to think about anxiety and fear in the light of Scripture.
  …and more

Justice and the Inner Life – CAFO

Give Your Child Playfulness [Video]

“Watch as Dr. Karyn Purvis focuses parents on the need to use playful engagement to help disarm their child’s fear response and enable a stronger connection.”

Empowered to Connect

We hope that these resources will continue to provide education, practical help and a way to stay connected.