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In today's episode, Dr. Megan is joined by Sharon DiPietro, LVA Director of Adoption and Permanency Services, and Tracy Buchanan, LVA Foster Care Director, to address frequently asked questions by kinship parents. The discussion covers various aspects of kinship care, from initial steps to formal and informal care options, court involvement, licensing requirements, and the benefits and challenges associated with each choice. The episode also explores the support services available through Loftus-Vergari and Associates (LVA), a private foster and adoption agency in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Learn about the critical decisions kinship parents must make, the assistance available, and the impact on the child's well-being.
By Loftus-Vergari & AssociatesIn today's episode, Dr. Megan is joined by Sharon DiPietro, LVA Director of Adoption and Permanency Services, and Tracy Buchanan, LVA Foster Care Director, to address frequently asked questions by kinship parents. The discussion covers various aspects of kinship care, from initial steps to formal and informal care options, court involvement, licensing requirements, and the benefits and challenges associated with each choice. The episode also explores the support services available through Loftus-Vergari and Associates (LVA), a private foster and adoption agency in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Learn about the critical decisions kinship parents must make, the assistance available, and the impact on the child's well-being.