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HealthyChildren.org — Adoption and Foster Care

The American Academy of Pediatrics’ parenting website offers resources and information about adoption and foster care, including information about becoming a foster parent, discipline, sexual abuse and safety.

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Philadelphia Alliance for Child Trauma

PACTS is a network of child serving systems and organizations, under the leadership of the Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility (DBHIDS), that provides the most effective practices for traumatized youth and their families. 

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Ethics Consultation Service

When you face an ethical dilemma concerning your child's care, our staff can help. We are available to support you and the healthcare team as you work together to make important decisions about your child's treatment.

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Many ways to say thank you

Patients and families have asked how they can show their appreciation to CHOP. Personal gifts are never expected, and CHOP policy does not allow staff to accept personal gifts. There are many ways for families to give back. Learn how.

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Photo/video guidance for families

Families often want to capture their child’s CHOP journey by taking photos or videos. The Department of Medical Ethics offers helpful guidance around patient and staff privacy at CHOP when taking photos or videos. Follow these guidelines.

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Prevent Child Abuse America (PCAA)

Prevent Child Abuse America is the nation’s oldest and largest organization committed to  preventing child abuse and neglect before it happens.  Programs and resources informed by science that enable kids, families, and entire communities to thrive—today, tomorrow, and for generations to come are the hallmark of this organization.

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American Academy of Pediatrics Safe and Sound

Responding to the experiences of children adopted or in foster care has downloadable guides for parents, teachers, babysitters and child welfare professionals to help understand how trauma can impact behaviors and development as well as strategies to respond.

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