HomeMy WebLinkAbout20201439.tiffPROCLAMATION
FOSTER CARE MONTH
MAY 2020
WHEREAS, we recognize and appreciate our dedicated Weld County foster and kinship
caregivers, faith -based and community organizations, and child welfare professionals who
are building stronger communities and improving the lives of children, youth and families
by tirelessly providing advocacy, nurturing and unwavering care; and
WHEREAS, we acknowledge, with immense gratitude, the tremendous sacrifices made by
Weld County foster and kinship families as they open their hearts and homes to the 338
infants, children and youth currently in foster and kinship care, especially the heroic
families who provide care for children and teens with complex medical and challenging
psychological and behavioral needs; and
WHEREAS, this critical investment in their well-being, safety and sense of belonging
brings essential hope to children, youth and families when they need it most; and
WHEREAS, this month is an opportunity to raise awareness about our greatest needs for
foster families being families for older children and youth, sibling groups, and children with
special needs and to encourage citizens to bring help and healing to our county's most
vulnerable children, youth and families by becoming a foster parent.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Board of County Commissioners does hereby proclaim May 2020
as Foster Care Month in Weld County. We call upon the citizens of Weld County to observe
this month by taking time to encourage and support children and youth in foster and
kinship care, and to recognize the commitment of those who touch their lives, especially
honoring and celebrating foster and kinship parents and our dedicated child welfare
professionals.
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Weld County Clerk to the Board
2020-1439
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