The Salazar family move into a new life

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This family is ready for stability, a new start, and wishes nothing more than a new home to help them move on to a positive future. In 2018, tragedy struck when the oldest son was murdered in their own apartment, leaving them unable to continue living there. Initially, they moved in with family, but tensions […]

A Child’s Place – one year after the merger

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Thompson finalized the acquisition of A Child’s Place (ACP) in February 2020 with the goal of honoring the incredible 30+ year legacy of ACP while ensuring its ongoing success, evolution, and sustainability moving forward. ACP has been operating under Thompson’s leadership for one year; below is a summary of the first full year of operation […]

Elisa overcomes trauma

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Elisa overcomes trauma Elisa just wanted to feel strong, confident, and positive about life… like other teenagers her age. So far, she has had a rough start in life; her parents separated when she was young, and she lived with her father. This led to abuse and trauma, leaving Elisa anxious, depressed and unable to […]

Tashina embraces Family Education classes

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Tashina loves her children and is working to give them a better future. Her children are currently in foster care, after being removed from the home due to domestic violence. Tashina has since left this abusive relationship, and is healing and striving to get her children back. She recently moved to Florida for a fresh […]

Jonathon works towards his goals

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Jonathon dreamed of figuring out his ideal job and building a happier future for himself. He currently works full-time at a fast-food restaurant and is unhappy there, but was unclear of other career options and how to identify his strengths and interests to avoid falling into another unrewarding job. His biological parents are not in his […]

New Agreement with Cardinal Innovations to Boost Capacity in Mecklenburg County to Address the Most Challenging Child Welfare Cases

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New agreements with three major Charlotte behavioral health providers help support more youth in foster care with the greatest needs. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (February 2, 2021) – Cardinal Innovations Healthcare announced today that it has completed new agreements with three major behavioral health providers in Charlotte to serve more youth who represent the most complex and […]