Why we should care for youth who have aged out of foster care
Today is National Aging out of Foster Care Awareness Day
The transition to adulthood is one most will face with a family cheering them on and serving as a backbone when life throws curveballs. When someone...
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Closing the 88th regular Texas legislative session
Buckner looks back at the progress and impact made in the legislature
As the 88th regular Texas Legislative Session closed May 29, or "sine die," Buckner International has a lot to be proud of and thankful for.
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Where are you looking?
A devotion on focusing on the new things from God
Driving with my dad was always an adventure. He obeyed the speed limit ... like, ALWAYS obeyed the speed limit. And if you were running late, he went...
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Ventana by Buckner hosts senior prom
Members of the luxury high-rise community in Dallas danced the night away
Ventana by Buckner, a Buckner senior living community in Dallas, often organizes special events and activities to engage their Members. On Friday,...
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Fatherhood EFFECT Summit challenges dads and families
Moms, dads and families learn about communication skills and more
Last month, 70 parents attended the second annual Fatherhood EFFECT Summit in Beaumont. More than 20 dads attended to learn more about communication...
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Created to create
A devotion on embracing divine creativity
A couple of years ago, I vacationed in Colorado with my wife’s family. At our Airbnb, we had a perfect view of the Rocky Mountains. I was awestruck...
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May is Older Americans Month
Buckner Retirement Services associates serve residents with passion
This month, the Administration for Community Living is celebrating Older Americans Month. The 2023 theme is "Aging Unbound," offering the challenge...
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"It's a calling"
Longview family inspired by other family members to foster
Nathan and Kylee Spraggins heard a word from their pastor in 2020 that they were supposed to have children in their lives – whether biological or...
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Cyclone Yaku impacts northern Peru
Buckner Peru offers support to vulnerable families across northern Peru
In March, Peru experienced its first cyclone in 40 years. Cyclone Yaku caused extreme heat mixed with extreme rain. Cyclone season is typically from...
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Christ has the victory
A devotion on resting in God's plans
The desire to be competitive is in us. Whether in sports, educational achievements, business transactions, or even in our churches, we allow...
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Buckner receives grant from Maximus Foundation
The $20,000 donation will help Buckner serve children and families in the Rio Grande Valley
The Buckner Rio Grande Children’s Home was the recipient of a $20,000 grant from the Maximus Foundation, the independent, employee-led 501c3...
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How is foster care different with Buckner?
The Baskin family has offered a safe home to foster children for more than a decade
Foster parents are on the frontlines of the child welfare system. They support vulnerable children as they navigate some of the hardest moments of...
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