Are you looking for a fun Easter activity for your child? Check out the 'Beeping Easter Egg Hunt on April 11, 2020 at the Churchville Recreation Center. 

It is geared towards children with disabilities. It is sure to be lots of fun! For more information or to register, please see the flyer below or click on the following link:

Great News!

The TFC department has had a few changes recently:

We would like to thank Kim Albert for all of the hard work and countless hours spent supporting the TFC team and our TFC families. While she is no longer the Interim Director of the TFC Department, she will truly be missed.

We would like to welcome our new Director, Steven Acerno to the team! He is a wonderful addition to the TFC family. We look forward to supporting him in his new role.

Check out the awesome news about our TFC kids:

Two of our foster children are on Honor Roll. Many of our other children have seem dramatic improvements in their grades. They are all working very hard and we are very proud of them.

One of our children won first place in 'Introduction to Public Speaking' at the 2020 Future Business Leaders of America Regional Conference.

There are two guardianships and five adoptions that are all very close to coming to fruition. There is another child that is right on track toward reunification.

Our foster families and TFC staff work so hard to make a difference in the lives of our foster children and families. If you would like more information on how you can make a difference, contact Karen Guilbault at kguilbault@arcncr.org.

We had a Blast at Millburn Orchards

Thank you to all who joined us at Millburn Orchards on October 12th. We had so much fun! Check out the pics from the orchards!

Awesome News!

 Several of our children have been doing very well.

One of our children scored above the school, district, and state average in ALL areas of her MCAP (English Language Arts/Literacy, reading, writing, math, science). She has also received several A's and B's and is doing very well

at school. She is engaging more and becoming more social and interactive. She is showing interest in more extracurricular activities and is excited about what her future will bring.

Another one of our children just purchased a new car! She is very excited, not only about the car but what it means for her independence. She is learning more about budgeting and how to pay her own bills as well.

Last month, we gained 5 loving homes as well as 2 more homes this month!

We also have 7 new children who entered our program last month and 1 new child this month.

Events this weekend (starting tomorrow night)- Including FREE Aquarium Admission!

Most events are free. However, some have a small fee.


The National Aquarium is FREE tomorrow!


When:    October 25, 2019 after 5:00 PM

Where:   National Aquarium

               501 E. Pratt Street

                Baltimore, MD 21202

Contact:  410-576-3800


Kids Trick or Treating (indoors)

When:     October 26, 2019

Where:    221 Gateway Dr.

                Bel Air, MD 21014-4224

Contact:  800-823-0555


31st Annual Halloween Costume Contest & Trick-or-Treat

When:     October 26, 2019 at 11:00 AM

Where:    5 Bel Air S Pkwy

                Bel Air, MD

Contact:  301-657-0700


Trick-or-Treating in Downtown Bel Air

When:    October 26, 2019 at 1:00 PM

Where:   Downtown Bel Air

Contact: 443-823-1797


Halloween Parade- For Kids & Dogs! (Cecil County)

When:    October 27, 2019

Where:   Dove Valley Vineyard

               645 Harrington Rd.

               Rising Sun, MD

Howl-O-Ween Tails and Treats Pet Fest- This event is for your fur babies!

When:    October 27, 2019 at 1:30 PM

Where:   Concord Point Lighthouse

                700 Concord St.

                Havre De Grace, MD

Contact:  800-851-7756


Howl-O-Ween Canine Costume Contest- More fun for your pooch!

When:    October 27, 2019 at 2:00 PM

Where:   Liriodendron Gallery

               502 W. Gordon Street

               Bel Air, MD 21014

Contact: 410-638-4550


Carve & Candy at the Decoy Museum

When:    October 27, 2019 at 4:00 PM

Where:   Havre De Grace Decoy Museum

               215 Giles St.

               Havre De Grace, MD

Contact: 410-939-3739


Beyond this Weekend:


Havre de Grace Halloween Parade

When:    October 30, 2019 at 6:00 PM

Where:   Washington & Congress Ave

               Havre de Grace, MD 21078

Contact: 800-851-7756


What about Halloween day? Click the link below for Halloween and other events (October 31st through December)!

https://patch.com/maryland/belair/bel-air-trick-or-treat-hours-halloween-2019-announced

Are you Real ID Compliant?

Did you know that soon, every Maryland citizen (and soon, the whole US) will need a Real ID? You will not be able to do certain things without one. We are gathering the facts to put you in the know so that you understand the process and what needs to be done to be Real ID compliant.

To find out more about Real ID, please visit:

https://www.dhs.gov/real-id

http://www.mva.maryland.gov/realid

On the Road Again...and Other Updates

One of our TFC children just got his license...way to go!

We have welcomed several new families into our TFC program. We recently welcomed five new families and we have several more who will be certified any day now!

We are excited about the new families as well as our TFC veterans and their hearts in willing to serve our children. We are truly grateful.

Good News!

There is lots of good news:

• One of our TFC kids is beginning her first semester in college
• One of our former TFC kids has a new apartment
• Two of our children have just new jobs
• Several of our children went to guardianship
• One of our TFC kids is in the process of purchasing a car
• A few of our kids are going on fun vacations
• One of our TFC kids is entering pre-kindergarten
• We have a new placement
• Three kids are starting their senior years in high school in September
• One child is entering her freshman year in high school
• One of our children is entering middle school
• We welcomed several three foster families and are in the process of certifying several more. If you are interested in finding out more about becoming a foster parent, contact Karen Guilbault at 443-412-5425 or at kguilbault@arcncr.org.

Weekend Fun

Are you looking for cool things to do this weekend?

This Saturday, August 17th

Check out the Annual Havre De Grace Art Show:

https://explorehavredegrace.com/event/annual-havre-de-grace-art-show/

Check out the Havre De Grace farmers Market:

https://explorehavredegrace.com/event/havre-de-grace-farmers-market-6/

Check out Woodstock (Movie):

https://explorehavredegrace.com/event/woodstock-film/

This Sunday, August 18th

Check out the Annual Havre De Grace Art Show:

https://explorehavredegrace.com/event/annual-havre-de-grace-art-show-2/

The Red Balloon @ The Opera house

https://explorehavredegrace.com/event/havre-de-grace-arts-collective-presents-2nd-anniversary-celebration-of-the-opera-house-the-red-balloon-film/

Sunday Afternoon Cruise on the Black Eyed Susan

https://explorehavredegrace.com/event/sunday-afternoon-cruise-on-the-black-eyed-susan/

“Somethin’ Borrowed” In Concert

https://explorehavredegrace.com/event/havre-de-grace-arts-collective-presents-2nd-anniversary-celebration-of-the-opera-house-somethin-borrowed-in-concert/

Weekend Events

Parents,

Are you looking for fun activities this weekend? Check out these events in Harford, Cecil, and Baltimore Counties! Some events are FREE and some cost a small fee. See vendor websites for details. There’s karaoke, a benefit brunch, and even a poker run. The fun begins tonight in Havre De Grace!

Karaoke Fun in Havre de Grace with Rotary

When:  (Tonight) July 19, 2019 at 7:00 PM

Where: Chesapeake Grill, 913 Pulaski Highway, Havre de Grace, MD 21078

Contact: 410-942-0505

https://patch.com/maryland/havredegrace/calendar/event/20190719/587977/karaoke-fun-in-havre-de-grace-with-rotary

Wags & Wine - Sit, Stay, Drink Wine!

When: Sunday July 21, 2019 at 1:00 PM

Where: Fiore Winery & Distillery, 3026 Whiteford Road, Pylesville, MD 21132

Contact: 410-879-4007

https://patch.com/maryland/havredegrace/calendar/event/20190721/584935/wags-wine-sit-stay-drink-wine

Bel Air Corvette Club Car Show

When: July 20, 2019 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Where: Boulevard at Box Hill, 3491 Merchant Boulevard, Abingdon, MD 21009

Contact: 410-679-5000

https://boulevardatboxhill.com/event/car-show/

Milburn's Blackberry Bash Harvest Party & Pancake Breakfast!

When: July 20, 2019 from 9:00 AM  -  2:30 PM

Where: Milburn Orchards, 1495 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD 21921

Contact: 410-398-1349

https://www.evensi.us/milburn-blackberry-bash-harvest-party-pancake-breakfast-orchards/319851906

Harford Streams Summer Adventure Poker Run

When:  July 20, 2019 from 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Where: Eden Mill Nature Center, 1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville, MD 21132

Contact: 410-638-3217 x 2448

http://harfordchambermd.chambermaster.com/events/details/harford-streams-summer-adventure-poker-run-8449

Kid's Brunch! Benefiting the Believe In Tomorrow Children's House at Johns Hopkins

When: July 20, 2019 from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Where: Lib's Grill of Perry Hall, 5009 Honeygo Center Drive # 101, Perry Hall, Maryland 21128

Contact: 410-513-7133

https://www.facebook.com/events/741018092981840/

Fireworks in August:

Fireworks have been rescheduled!

When: August 24, 2019

Where: Concord Point Lighthouse, 352 Commerce St, Havre De Grace, MD 21078

Contact: 410-939-3213

To My Heros -By Kim Albert

A letter from our Director:

To My Heros:

I am not much for talking in front of people, especially about things I feel strongly.  So here is the speech I couldn’t give.  I feel so blessed to have this opportunity to work with the TFC team, the children but most of all you, the families.  In these times of turmoil in a country so divisive and divided, you give me hope.  As a stood at the dinner and looked around, I saw the most extraordinary people who have each done some extraordinary things this year.  Two of our children aged out and continue to consider their TFC family, their forever family. Those parents continue to support and advocate for them as they transition to adulthood.  Four of our children were facing a transition to family members they had never met in states far from here, more than that they were facing disruption to all the progress they had made with and because of their TFC families.  In the face of this outcome, two of our families said no, we will keep them as our own and took guardianship,  making a lifelong commitment to those children.  Three families opened their homes to children who were struggling in their placements which kept them in our program and gave them continuity.  One child needed more intensive services and supports than our program could provide.  Her TFC family has visited and kept in contact with them. Another family who had only every provided respite for this child and has a more suitable home situation has stepped up to become another support and potential placement after treatment, another child who wasn’t lost or forgotten when their needs rose and who knows they have value to those who have cared for them.  We accepted our first medically fragile child and her TFC mother has slayed dragons and insurance paperwork to get her the medical care and equipment she needs and has done so without the supports she  needs.  The school marvels at how much progress has been made in this child, from appearance to behavior.  

The acuity of children coming into Treatment Foster Care is rising and several families have faced behavioral crises of children that were unlike anything they had dealt with before. Every time they faced it with compassion for the child.  Their fellow TFC families stepped up when needed and provided respite to these children knowing what they could face. We took children from other counties further away then we are use to and the TFC family and Social Workers did what it took to support these children to maintain contact and connection with their bio parents. We have 5 families who are considering or preparing for the adoption or guardianship of children in their care, again making a lifelong commitment to care and provide for these children. One family whose TFC child was reunited with family and had his final court date, sent a letter sharing his joy and appreciation for all his TFC family did for him and for helping him find God, who he now says guides and supports him every day.  I can say beyond a shadow of a doubt every child in your home has improved and grown under the love, care and direction you have provided. You make my heart swell with gratitude and admiration.  I am truly humbled by what you do everyday to make this world and a child’s life better. 

Personally, I am grateful for the grace you have all shown me as I learn and make mistakes in this new role.  I hope you know, despite the Interim in my title, I am dedicated to the service and support of you and this program.  I would be remiss if I didn’t say,  none of this would be possible without the TFC Team.  Monique, who keeps us all straight and on track, plans trainings and events.  Karen, who sings your praises and is always out their looking for new families to support you and our children.  Briana, Nanette and Christanna have been a blessing to me in learning and growing in this role.  From what you have shared with me, I know each of you appreciates and value all that they do everyday for you and the children in our care. I value their dedication and commitment to you, the children and The Arc and their desire to always find new and effective ways to support everyone.  From the bottom of my heart, I thank each of them and each of you.  A dinner is the smallest of tokens to express my appreciation.

Please know you are all my heros!  Gratefully – Kim Albert