Summit County Children Services

06/05/2026

A beautiful forever moment 💙

Congratulations to Ms. Ferguson, a dedicated foster/adoptive parent with Summit County Children Services, on officially adopting Juan!

Thank you for opening your heart and home 👏

06/03/2026

Fathers matter 💙

This Responsible Fatherhood Month, hear from Jamahl, Fatherhood Practitioner at Summit County Children Services, as he shares the importance of fathers being present, engaged, and supported in their children’s lives.

Positive father figures help build stronger families and brighter futures—and every child deserves that connection. 👏

05/29/2026

Join us in congratulating our incredible interns on their graduation 🎓💙

Your hard work, passion, and commitment to supporting children and families have made a meaningful impact at Summit County Children Services. We’re so grateful for the time and energy you’ve shared with us.

Wishing you all the best in this next chapter—we can’t wait to see what you accomplish! 👏

05/28/2026

Every foster care journey starts with saying “yes” 💙

Interested in learning more about fostering with Summit County Children Services? Click the link in our bio

05/26/2026

Brittany Neal always aspired to be a mother. After discovering she couldn't have biological children, her experience as an EKG tech at Akron Children's Hospital led her to foster care, where she saw children in need. Brittany became a foster and adoptive mom in North Canton. Her youngest daughter, Stormi, three and a half years old, has Bainbridge-Ropers Syndrome, a rare condition affecting fewer than 300 people globally. Stormi is nonverbal, has autism, and her bone age is about a year and a half behind.

Brittany Neal always wanted to be a mom. When she and her husband r...

05/22/2026

Join us in congratulating Jazzmin on completing the Diversity on Board – Class 10 program through Leadership Akron 🎉

Over the past nine months, Jazzmin gained valuable insight, built new skills, and experienced meaningful personal and professional growth. In her words:
“It’s an opportunity I will truly value for years to come… Having the support of an organization that invests in my development is incredibly encouraging.”

We’re also proud to share that Jazzmin has accepted a position as a board member with Limitless Ambition 👏

Congratulations, Jazzmin—we’re excited to see all you continue to accomplish! 💙

05/21/2026

Becoming a foster parent may feel overwhelming but it starts with just a few simple steps💙

At Summit County Children Services, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Here’s how to get tarted:
1️⃣Connect with us
2️⃣Learn
3️⃣Apply
4️⃣Review
5️⃣Welcome a child into your home

You don’t have to be perfect—just willing to show up, care, and make a difference.

Ready to take the first step? Click the link in our bio

05/13/2026

Curious about foster care? Join us for a Virtual Foster Care Open House on May 21st from 6:30–7:30 PM 💙

Hear directly from a live panel of current foster parents as they share their real stories, challenges, and why fostering matters. This interactive session offers an honest look at what foster care is really like—straight from those living it every day.

Ready to learn more? Register here: https://ow.ly/iyn050YO9Tr

05/10/2026

Thinking of you on this Mother's Day...

🩵 foster moms
🩵 birth moms
🩵 biological moms
🩵 adoptive moms
🩵 kinship moms
🩵 waiting moms
🩵 grieving moms

Today we honor the many expressions of motherhood woven through foster care 💐

We see you, thank you, celebrate the love you give 💙

05/08/2026

Mother’s Day can bring up a wide mix of emotions, especially for kids in foster care 🩵

👉 They might miss their mom.

👉 They might love your traditions.

👉 They might want to skip the day altogether.

👉 Or maybe…all of the above.

What does Mother’s Day look like in your home? Share with us in the comments 💬