Foster Families of the Shenandoah Valley

06/14/2026

🎉💛 Happy National Children’s Day! 💛🎉

Today we celebrate children--their joy, curiosity, resilience, and the unique light they bring into the world.

Every child deserves to feel safe, loved, and supported as they grow. At Foster Families of the Northern Shenandoah Valley, we are grateful for the foster and kinship families, caregivers, and community partners who help create stable, nurturing environments where children can thrive.

Let’s celebrate children everywhere and recommit to building a world where every child feels valued and supported--not just today, but every day. 🌈💛

To learn more about how you can help support children as an approved foster family, contact us at [email protected] today!

06/11/2026

🌊☀️ Water Safety Reminder ☀️🌊

As summer temperatures rise, many families are heading to the pool for a break from the heat. While you're splashing around, please remember:

💙 Never leave children unattended near water—even for a moment
💙 Always designate a responsible adult as a “water watcher”
💙 Don't rely on floatation devices for child safety
💙 Teach children basic water safety rules early and reinforce them often
💙 Stay within arm’s reach of younger children in or near water

Drowning can happen quickly and quietly, so constant supervision is key to keeping children safe.

At Foster Families of the Northern Shenandoah Valley, we encourage all caregivers to enjoy summer safely and confidently!

06/09/2026

🦺🏡 June is National Safety Month! 🏡🦺

This is a great time to check smoke detectors, review emergency plans, secure medications and cleaning supplies, and ensure homes are ready for the busy summer season.

At Foster Families of the Northern Shenandoah Valley, we thank all the caregivers who work every day to create safe, nurturing homes for children. Stay safe, stay prepared, and enjoy a wonderful summer! ☀️💙
Contact us at [email protected] to learn how you can become an approved foster family!

06/07/2026

💙 World Caring Day 💙

Today, we celebrate the power of caring. Every act of kindness can make a lasting difference, especially for children in foster care and their families.

At Foster Families of the Northern Shenandoah Valley, we are grateful for the foster parents, kinship caregivers, volunteers, and community partners who show compassion and care every day. Your willingness to support children and families helps create stronger, healthier communities.

Together, we can make the world a little brighter—one caring act at a time. 💙

Contact us today at [email protected] if you'd like to become part of our caring community.

06/06/2026

☀️🌳 Happy National Play Outside Day! 🌳☀️

It's finally summer, and there are so many great things to do outside! Whether it's a trip to the park, a backyard water balloon battle, a nature walk, or just playing catch, outdoor play helps children stay active and have fun.

At Foster Families of the Northern Shenandoah Valley, we encourage families to take advantage of the longer days and warmer weather to have fun and make memories. ☀️🏃‍♀️🚲🌻

If you're interested in learning more about becoming an approved foster family, contact us at [email protected]! There's no better time than today!

06/04/2026

🚨 CPR Training Reminder! 🚨

Foster families and kinship foster families are invited to join us for CPR Training on June 27!

This important training helps caregivers build confidence and preparedness for emergencies while caring for children and youth.

For registration information, please contact us ASAP at [email protected].

We look forward to seeing you there! ❤️🏡

06/02/2026

💜 June is Family Reunification Month in Virginia! 💜

This month, we celebrate the strength and resilience of families working toward reunification and recognize the important role foster families play in that journey.

Foster parents provide safe, supportive homes for children while their parents and families work to overcome challenges and build the foundation for a successful reunification. By supporting children through times of transition, foster families help make family reunification possible.

At Foster Families of the Northern Shenandoah Valley, we honor the commitment of birth families, foster families, and the professionals who work together to help children safely return home whenever possible.

If you would like to learn more about becoming an approved foster family, contact us at [email protected]. We would love to help you get started on your journey!

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06/01/2026

06/01/2026

🧱⚡ Brick by brick, masterpiece by masterpiece!

Brick Masters Camp is the ultimate camp for creative kids who love to build, design, and imagine BIG.

🏗️ Epic building challenges
🧠 STEAM-based fun
🚀 Creative engineering adventures

Spots are clicking together FAST — don’t miss out!



🌐Register Here: https://discoverymuseum.net/event/brick-masters-camp/

🥪Join us for lunch: https://discoverymuseum.net/event/add-a-lunch-hour-7/

06/01/2026

A Mechanicsville family is sharing their experience with fostering children and encouraging other families to consider opening their homes.