Life Skills grads experience journey

December 23, 2016

The graduating class of this fall’s Life Skills Program saw inside themselves – rediscovering who they are & identifying their new hopes, dreams, & goals.

Frankie Fowler a ‘Legend’ for 35 years of volunteering

December 13, 2016

Frankie Fowler is the 62nd Legend award recipient for 35 years of volunteering at SafePlace and her many contributions to the Austin community.

13 parenting tips: Holiday edition!

November 22, 2016

This time of year can be demanding and downright stressful, so here are some parenting tasks to help you slow down, plan ahead, and reap the holiday spirit!

What a foster family should be

November 22, 2016

For a foster family to provide for their children, their approach to parenting must be nurturing, encouraging and trauma-informed.

We stand with you

November 19, 2016

Any type of oppression creates the context for abuse to flourish and spread. We stand in support of victims and survivors of abuse.

Foster Care Alumni Program

November 18, 2016

Recently, it’s been brought to our attention that we may need one more: a foster care alumni program. The following email was written by a concerned staff member illuminating an issue that concerns our young, former foster care youths.