Nexus-Woodbourne Family Healing

06/04/2026

Thought spring would magically fix your mood, but it didn’t? You’re not alone.

The truth is, happiness isn’t something the season delivers, it’s something you build. There are small things you can do, at your own pace, to help yourself feel a little better.
- Acknowledge your feelings
- Move and get outside
- Let action lead emotion
- Know when to seek help

If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not like yourself, you can find more tips to create joy on your own terms in our new blog:

Spring doesn’t guarantee a brighter mood, and happiness isn’t seasonal. This blog explores how to build emotional wellbeing through intentional actions, meaningful connections, and self-awareness, while also recognizing when it’s time to seek support.

05/30/2026

At Nexus-Woodbourne Family Healing, foster care and adoption services are centered on keeping children safe, supported, and surrounded by people who believe in them. Whether that means reuniting families, supporting kin and relative caregivers, or helping youth find permanent connections through adoption, the focus is always on stability, belonging, and long‑term well‑being.

As Foster Care Month comes to a close, we want to highlight the foster parents, families, and professionals who make space for healing, growth, and hope.

05/29/2026

Wrapping up Foster Care month with a shoutout to another amazing foster parent, Lorraine C. who's fostered with us for 30 years! 30 years of compassion, unwavering support, and dedication to our youth. We truly appreciate the willingness to create a lasting impact on your youth by restoring hope and reshaping futures.

If you or someone you know may be interested in fostering, reach out to us clicking the link https://buff.ly/RAWVb7d

05/20/2026

The time between finishing foster care paperwork and welcoming your first placement can feel overwhelming. Excitement, nerves, and wondering “what happens next?” often all exist at the same time.

This carousel walks through the foster care placement process step‑by‑step, with practical tips for preparing your home, responding to referrals, and navigating those early days together.

Save this post if you’re licensed, in the process, or thinking about fostering. One step at a time is enough.

05/19/2026

As we continue to honor our incredible families for Foster Care month, we'd like to give a shout out to Patrica C. and Roxanne and Stanley who have fostered with us for 10 years! Thank you for your commitment to opening your heart and homes each year to help the lives of our youth. We are forever grateful.

05/15/2026

We partneerd with everyman theatre for another great workshop! This week long workshop featured a few of our youth who had the pleasure of learning techniques of acting, writing, and speech to perform for our staff and supporters on monalgues, poems, and songs reflecting on their life and journey.

Thank you, Everyman Theatre for working with our youth and preparing them for another successful show!

05/13/2026

This month is Foster Care Awareness month!

We're honored to introduce one of the incredible families, Marcia C. and Violetta R. who has been fostering with us for 5 years.

We are deeply grateful for every foster parent who has fostered with us over the years. Foster families open their homes, their hearts, and their lives again and again, providing stability, care, and connection for children during pivotal moments. Your dedication has made a lasting difference in countless lives.

Stay tuned this month as we continue to highlight more amazing foster families in our community.

05/11/2026

Yesterday, for Mother's Day, we gave all the moms a sweet surprise treat. Every day they bring compassion, dedication, and support to uplift the youth we serve.

Thank you for all that you do forour youth and community!

05/05/2026

Today is Foster Care Awareness Day!

We're honored to introduce one of the incredible families, Marcia C. and Violetta R. who has been fostering with us for 5 years.

We are deeply grateful for every foster parent who has fostered with us over the years. Foster families open their homes, their hearts, and their lives again and again, providing stability, care, and connection for children during pivotal moments. Your dedication has made a lasting difference in countless lives.

Stay tuned this month as we continue to highlight more amazing foster families in our community.

05/04/2026

At Nexus-Woodbourne Family Healing, May holds special meaning. It’s Mental Health Awareness Month & Foster Care Awareness Month. A time to elevate conversations around mental health, and highlight the important role foster care plays in providing stability, safety, and opportunity for children and families.

We partner with children, families, foster parents, and communities to support well-being, strengthen relationships, and help young people reach their full potential. Our work is grounded in hope, collaboration, and a belief in healing at every stage of life.

Throughout the month of May, we’ll be highlighting one of our service areas each week, so follow along to learn more.