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Recently, the Texas legislature announced its adoption and implementation of the Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC) Kinship Licensing Standards, which were unveiled in October of this year. These updated standards recognize the unique challenges kinship families face and thoughtfully remove many barriers that previously overwhelmed the licensing process. This shift precedes the federal government’s move to allow states to ...

At Arrow, our staff is in the business of heart work. An 11-year-old and his newfound family is an exceptional example of this. The Houck family recently finalized the adoption of their son Jecht. This adoption is a remarkable success, preceded by months of hurdles, tremendous efforts by multiple parties and unwavering commitment. According to Leah Wilson, Arrow’s Director of ...

Arrow unveiled major renovations to its Arrow’s Crossroads Residential Community on Nov. 19. The renovated spaces feature modernized living areas, updated furnishings and upgraded appliances. These improvements reflect a significant investment in the young women who live at Crossroads and in the future of the program. “All young people deserve to live in settings that show them their worth,” said ...

Arrow Child & Family Ministries received 92 bicycles from Texas Baseball Tournaments on Monday, Dec. 8, 2025, as part of an annual holiday donation benefiting local foster families.  This special donation included a wide range of sizes, colors and styles to meet the needs of children of all ages. Texas Baseball Tournaments has partnered with Arrow year after year, collecting ...

Arrow Child & Family Ministries has been awarded the Harford Award for Nonprofit of the Year, presented by the Harford County Chamber of Commerce.   This honor awards recipients making a profound impact on business growth, service to the community, innovation, support of public and private education and a drive to enhance Harford County’s overall business climate.  Arrow’s Associate Vice-President Susan ...

Arrow is overjoyed that the Harvard Kennedy School invited our Texas Foster Care Kinship Leadership Team to participate in their Government Performance Lab.  The national cohort brings together child welfare and foster care agency teams committed to building kin-first systems that prioritize family connections and long-term stability for children. “This collaborative learning environment offers a unique opportunity to engage with ...

As Hispanic Heritage Month shines a light on the importance of culture and tradition, the Gutierrez family shares how their roots guide their journey as foster parents. “We're trying to teach the girls,” Yolanda Gutierrez said. “We are Mexican Americans, and we love our Mexican heritage.” Family is at the heart of Hispanic culture, and for these Arrow foster parents, ...

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore appointed Arrow Child and Family Ministries’ Associate VP of Administration Robert Basler to the Workgroup on Children in Unlicensed Setting and Pediatric Hospital Overstays. Basler will serve as the Residential Treatment Provider Representative. Basler is a dedicated public servant and this appointment is a recognition of that unwavering commitment to service and his devotion to advancing ...

Arrow Child and Family Ministries welcomed around 60 kinship families to the annual Kinship Camp, Camp For All. The outing gives caregivers and children a chance to step away from daily stress and spend a weekend focused on fun and community. “This isn’t just for the kids, this is for the entire family,“ Kinship Caregiver Joe Guzman said. “If you ...

Graduation season is a special season at Arrow. We proudly celebrate the incredible seniors from our Hunt Valley, Riverside and Tangram campuses. Each Arrow student’s journey is unique, and their graduation represents more than just a diploma, it’s a powerful milestone of growth, perseverance and triumph. From Senior Day to when they are recognized, our class of 2025 has made ...