Children's Home Society of Virginia

Spread the holiday cheer! ??? Join us in making a difference by purchasing a gift for a child or youth in our My Path Forward or Wendy's Wonderful Kids programs. These gifts are often the only holiday presents for these youth without family support. Review the slots below and sign up for the gift(s) you'd like to provide. You can enter "anonymous" if you'd prefer not to share your name. My Path Forward (MPF) offers housing and support for VA youth aged 17–25 who’ve aged out of foster care. Wendy’s Wonderful Kids (WWK) helps find families for foster children often overlooked, like teens, kids with special needs, and sibling groups. https://ow.ly/4RQk50U9o0r #GiftForAChild #SpreadJoy #HolidayGiving #chsva #rvakids

?? New Blog Post Alert! Honoring youth means truly listening—to their needs, dreams, and preferences. It’s about fostering lifelong connections that offer safety, stability, and a foundation for future happiness. This #NationalAdoptionMonth, we’re reflecting on how communities, agencies, and families can strengthen adoption pathways. By building support networks and understanding the unique experiences of young people, we can create brighter futures for every child in the system. Read the full post to learn how you can make a difference. https://ow.ly/MZar50U9xU8 #FosterCareAdoption #AdoptInVirginia #CHSVA

At CHSVA, we aim to match waiting children based on their individual needs, personality, and background, ensuring each child finds the perfect family. ? Whether you’re single, married, divorced, LGBTQ+, or part of a multicultural or multiracial family, CHSVA welcomes you! CHSVA recommends but doesn’t require that couples be married at least three years, and applicants must be 25+ years old. No specific income is required—just financial stability for a growing family. ?? Home Requirements: Rent or own, apartment or house—all you need is a clean, safe space to call home. Ready to open your heart and home? We’re here to support every family on this journey. For more information, visit our website chsva.org or call (804) 353-0191. #AdoptInVirginia #FosterCareAdoption #CHSVA #NationalAdoptionMonth

We are grateful for our ongoing partnership with Mt. Olivet and their incredible support of MPF each year. Tory and Kristina had the privilege of visiting Mt. Olivet to celebrate National Adoption Month, where they shared about the needs of waiting youth in Virginia and encouraged support for adoption work through awareness and donations. #AdoptInVirginia #FosterCareAdoption #CHSVA #NationalAdoptionMonth

??There is still time to register! Are you considering adopting from foster care? CHSVA and partner agencies invite you to attend our National Adoption Month Match Event on Thursday 11/21 at UMFS. The event is open to professionals and families! #chsva #fostercareadoption #vakids #adoption

In our staff spotlight series, we hope to shine a light on our amazing team! ?? Meet Connie, our Foster Care & Adoption Social Worker With a Master of Social Work from VCU, Connie has been helping youth in foster care find their forever homes and guiding prospective adoptive parents through the logistics of adoption. She is a strong advocate for children in need of a safe and loving home, as well as for parents looking to expand their family by welcoming a child (or children) into their lives and nurturing them into adulthood. Pets: Ben- Chow, Molly- Icelandic Sheepdog Favorite candy: Twix Favorite family activity: Going to the beach My hobbies are: Running, writing My happy place is… The porch of the beach house

We’re here for every step! ? Matching Timeline: Depending on training and scheduling, finding a match can take six months to several years. ?? Parent Coaching: Preplacement, CHSVA provides training for trauma-based behaviors, attachment, and adjustment. ?? Six-Month Supervision: Virginia requires a six-month period before finalizing, with ongoing support from CHSVA. Visit our FAQ page https://ow.ly/IJLF50U3f7j for more information on adopting from foster care or contact Justina, Foster Care & Adoption Program Manager at [email protected] or at (804) 353-0191 ext. 290. #AdoptInVirginia #FosterCareAdoption #CHSVA #NationalAdoptionMonth

?? This weekend, we enjoyed the beautiful fall weather at the Goochland Chamber Expo with some Bluegrass & BBQ, sharing our mission to build strong, permanent families and lifelong connections for Virginia’s at-risk children. The need for adoptive families is urgent. Thank you to everyone who stopped by, listened, and connected with us! Let's keep spreading the word and creating brighter futures for kids. P: #AdoptionAdvocacy #CHSVA #RVA #fostercareadoption

?? Our Post Adoption team enjoyed a day at the pumpkin patch with seven amazing adoptive families—nearly 30 parents and kiddos! From picking pumpkins and sunflowers ??, to meeting all the farm animals ??, finding our way through the corn maze, and enjoying the gorgeous weather. ?? #CHSVA #AdoptionCommunity #PostAdoption #PumpkinPatchAdventures #rva

Our team had a great time being a part of the VLSSE conference in Bristol this week. It was a wonderful opportunity to strengthen existing partnerships and forge new ones. #chsva