RECOMMENDATION(S):
PRESENTATION proclaiming May 2015 as Foster Care Month in Contra Costa County (Kathy Gallagher)
FISCAL IMPACT:
None
BACKGROUND:
The family serves as the very foundation of love, identity, and self-esteem in Contra Costa County communities, and where kin, non-kin, foster and adoptive families, who open their homes and hearts and support children whose families are in crisis, play a vital role in helping children and families heal and reconnect thereby launching young people into successful adulthood.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Foster Care providers will not be recognized for their services
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
none
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