Foster Care

Let’s meet Pauline Sinegal! Arrow staff recently nominated Pauline Sinegal for Kinship Family of the year, staff stating that Sinegal exemplifies the meaning of sacrifice and unconditional love. Sinegal’s journey with kinship begins with a call from Child Protective Services. Child Protective Services reached out to Sinegal after her twin grandchildren were born with drugs in their system. She didn’t ...

On Monday, May 19, a beautiful chapter came full circle as Marcus Giovanni Westley Dennis was officially adopted into his forever family. Arrow Case Manager Michaela Zocchi was honored to witness the emotional hearing, where more than 10 DHS workers — spanning from Marcus’ first CPS caseworker to his final foster care advocate — gathered to celebrate this life-changing moment ...

Huge shoutout to the incredible generosity of our East Texas communities as more than 200 prom dresses were collected for youth in foster care. Each donated by individuals and organizations from Paris to Tyler. We were proud to partner with The Salon Professional Academy (TSPA) of Whitehouse, where students and instructors provided complimentary hair and makeup services to help young ...

Arrow’s Associate VP of Capacity Development, Scott Batson, joined CW39’s Sharron Melton live in studio to highlight Foster Care Awareness Month. Batson emphasized the critical need for foster families in Harris County—and Texas, especially for children with disabilities, older youth, and sibling groups. The segment was an amazing spotlight and provided actionable steps for getting involved. It was a powerful ...

Arrow foster parents Fiona and Bradley Ingham were featured on CW39 Houston, sharing their inspiring 10-year journey of fostering children in the Humble area. The couple opened up about the challenges and rewards of fostering and the life-changing impact it’s had on their family. Their message to others: say “yes” and change a life. WATCH HERE: Arrow Family Featured on ...

On May 1, 2024, 4Kids4Families launched Stage Two of Community-Based Care, marking a transformative step in how we serve children and families across region 4. With this shift, we took full responsibility for foster care case management, along with Youth Achievement (PAL), care management, legal affairs, community engagement, adoptions, kinship support and more. The past year has brought both growth ...

At Arrow Child & Family Ministries, we believe every child deserves a safe, loving home — and the Shelton family is a shining example of what that dream can look like when it becomes reality. After opening their hearts and home through foster care, the Sheltons embraced the opportunity to care for a child in need. Their journey was one ...

Last month, we celebrated two incredible families who finalized their adoptions through kinship straight adoption. Their journeys reflect the power of love, commitment, and the impact of providing a stable and nurturing home for children in need. At Arrow, we are honored to support families through every step of the adoption process, ensuring children find their forever homes. Congratulations to ...

Arrow was proud to attend and sponsor the Houston Relatives as Parents (RAP) Conference, a vital event dedicated to supporting Kinship families. The conference featured a variety of training sessions, including topics on grief and loss, available benefits for Kinship families, legal guidance, and peer support. This event plays a crucial role in equipping families with the resources, knowledge, and ...

Arrow had the honor of being the first presenter at a recent in-person Info Session for future foster and adoptive parents. Hosted by Foster Community at the Helping Hand Home Campus in Austin, Texas, the event provided attendees with valuable insights, including a live Q&A panel featuring current foster parents who shared their experiences. With 77 RSVPs, the turnout highlighted ...