The moment a person decides to open their heart and home through foster care or adoption their world is turned upside down. It’s a decision filled with hope, courage, and…
The year was 1972 and I was at the birthday dance of my girlfriend Donna. A song came up that for the time was controversial and I was really surprised…
This month is “National Child Abuse Prevention Month.” In April, we are encouraged to give special focus to joining together to diminish and hopefully end the abuse of children. Child…
Accepting the risk of joining the ranks of stereotypical males sharing sports analogies, I find this an appropriate venue. Imagine, if you will, that your favorite NFL team has reached…
CK Family Services is proud to announce its collaboration with 4 leading child welfare organizations in North Texas (Texas Family Initiative, Jonathan’s Place, The Bair Foundation, and Pathways Youth and…
Angela Ensley is a cornerstone of our foster care department. For nearly a decade, she has graced CK Family Services with her calming presence and expertise to help children and…
20 years ago Yolanda Deaton started her new year as one of the first case managers at CK Family Services (CKFS). She was one of about five new hires, did…
2022 was a year for the books. On one hand you may wonder, “where did the time go?” but on the other hand we can look back and see how…
There’s no doubt that Christmas cheer can feel more like seasonal stress when you’re hustlin’ and bustlin’ throughout December. However before you settle on plans for you and family, consider…
Autumn, fall, spooky season, Q4 – there are many names for this special time of the year. While the holidays can be a joyous and celebratory time, we know it…