How Long Does It Take To Adopt A Child in California?
Thursday, December 27, 2018 // by: Lilliput Families

We often get asked this question, “How long does it take to adopt a child?” This might seem to be a simple question, but in reality it's kind of a complicated matter.

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10 Festive Things the Whole Family Can Do This Holiday Season
Wednesday, December 19, 2018 // by: Joey Nizuk

Whether you're watching a classic holiday movie, enjoying the company of your friends & family, or just getting cozy by the fire to play a game, there's no doubt that your whole clan is doing it together! We put a list together of 10 festive activities that will for sure get you and your loved ones in that winter holiday spirit!

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A Day in the Life of a Resource Family Social Worker - Part 2
Wednesday, November 28, 2018 // by: Kyler Alvord

I sat down with Cassandra Collins, a key member of Lilliput’s resource family program, at the agency’s home base in Citrus Heights. Cassandra works with resource families after they’ve completed the Resource Family Approval process, matching prospective parents with children who need homes. She’s oversees the final step in the adoption process, quite literally bringing families together for a living.

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A Day in the Life of a Kinship Social Worker - Part 1
Wednesday, November 7, 2018 // by: Kyler Alvord

Everyone knows a social worker. Maybe a friend or relative who works in a hospital, school, correctional facility or county office. Some social workers become family counselors, some throw their energy behind particular causes, and some team up with elected officials to advise policy decisions. The indisputable fact is that few social workers share the same responsibilities, and knowing a social worker is not synonymous with understanding the path they’ve chosen.

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20 family friendly activities for Halloween
Thursday, October 18, 2018 // by: Jack Lyons

With Halloween just around the corner, we’ve come up with a list of 20 Halloween activities that the whole family will love. Grab a sweater, a warm cup of apple cider and enjoy! 

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