by Slight Revision Support | May 1, 2026 | Blog, Fostering
When people hear about foster care, the conversation often leads to one question: “Have you ever thought about becoming a foster parent?” For some, the answer is yes. For others, it’s not that simple. Work schedules, family dynamics, finances, or just the season of...
by Slight Revision Support | Apr 1, 2026 | Blog, Fostering
When a child enters a new home after experiencing trauma, the adjustment is rarely simple. Everything is unfamiliar. The routines are different, the people are new. Even small decisions such as where to sit at the dinner table or what time bedtime happens can feel...
by Slight Revision Support | Mar 19, 2026 | Adoption, Blog, Fostering
If you have fostered or adopted, you know that when a child enters your home, they bring more than their belongings. They carry experiences. Some are joyful. Some are confusing. Some are deeply painful. These experiences, especially the traumatic ones, can shape how...
by Slight Revision Support | Jan 26, 2026 | Blog, Burlington
As a new year begins, many of us reflect on where we’ve been and where we’re going. January is a season of fresh starts: new goals, renewed hope, and the belief that positive change is possible. For the children and families served by Burlington United Methodist...
by Slight Revision Support | Jan 26, 2026 | Blog, Burlington
God blessed us with perfect October weather for our 52nd Annual October Apple Harvest Festival on the Burlington campus. The week prior, we welcomed volunteers to help make the butter. This included first-timers, old-timers, Kingwood Challenge Academy Cadets, and...
by Slight Revision Support | Jan 15, 2026 | Burlington, Community Stories
Let’s go back to 1994 to learn when we acquired the Beckley Campus with Gary Wilson as the President/CEO. At that time known as the Beckley United Methodist Center, Inc. was struggling to keep up with the rapidly changing environment. Unable to continue a viable...