ICA Child & Family Counseling
Welcome Home: USA and International
Adoption Hosting
“Welcome Home” is a program developed by ICA with the purpose of providing permanency in a family of orphans worldwide. We have developed two programs: Welcome Home International and Welcome Home USA. [Learn More …]
Foster Care to Adopt
Children in foster care are often eligible for adoption because all efforts to reunite the child into a safe and secure relative home was not successful and adoption was of their best interest. [Learn More…]
International Adoptions
We have adoption programs in many countries and work with in-country specialists who speak both English and the local language. Our experienced ICA adoption team is ready to assist you in your adoption journey. [Learn More…]
Domestic Adoptions
Domestic adoption in the United States refers to the placement of U.S.-born infants or children for adoption by their birth parents, who legally consent to the adoption with an adoptive family of their choosing. [Learn More…]
Institute for
Children’s Aid (ICA)
Institute for Children’s Aid (ICA) began in 1990 with its principle office in California. ICA was built on the foundation of Hospitality and Sanctuary seeking to be a voice for those who cannot speak for themselves – believing that all life is sacred. [Learn More…]
Refugee Foster Care
Your home can provide a safe and loving sanctuary for children in many different situations, including: Unaccompanied Minors, Undocumented Minors, Abused and Neglected Children, Disrupted Adoptive or Foster Placements, and Teens coping with many challenging issues. [Learn More…]
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Family is one of God's greatest masterpieces and one we're honored to celebrate every day in our work at ICA. Thank you for helping us continue to connect, support, and empower families around the world, it's a blessing that never ends! ❤️⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Esther is known for giving her simple and faith-filled "yes" to God in a time of uncertainty. God used her willingness to rescue the Jews from their impending persecution, an answer to prayer! One woman, destined for such a time as this. 💫⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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For the times in our lives when God's plans are extraordinary, sometimes all he asks for is our simple and faith-filled yes, just like Esther gave. Yes to trusting, yes to gathering our faith and strength, and yes to remembering his goodness. How are you being stretched to give your yes?
Time spent in playtime with your little one is never wasted. What's been a recent go-to activity in your home? 🏡 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Speaking words of encouragement, affirmation, and hope into the lives of our children teaches them to do the same for themselves. A simple "I'm proud of you" or "you are doing amazing" can speak volumes against a mindset of doubt. Let's speak life into our children as they continue to develop their inner voice.
Teens who have "aged out" of foster care have a unique need: families who are willing to teach independent living skills, to offer support, safety, and guidance as they transition through the years between childhood to adulthood. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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We're seeking families just like yours to care for teens in need. Interested in more information? Contact our office at 951.695.3336 or info@4achild.org for next steps!
In a season when it feels like our entire lives have shifted online, it's harder than ever to limit screen-time for our little ones. But making time and space to disconnect and unwind is a much-needed physical, mental, and emotional escape for kids. Here's a few ways to build a more unplugged lifestyle into your family home!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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2. Gently guide your children into playing or participating in activities beyond their devices⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
3. Set a rhythm for time blocks or specific days that are "screen-free" so they know what to expect⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
4. Be present and willing to engage as much as possible⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
5. Allow screen time to be "earned" after chores, homework, or other responsibilities and activities
May we raise kids who know that they're deeply loved.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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May we raise kids to become leaders with servant hearts.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
May we raise kids to be a little kinder, braver, and wiser each day.
Wishing you a blessed, happy, and healthy New Year's day! ✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
We're so excited for all of the upcoming opportunities and initiatives 2021 will hold and we can't wait to partner alongside you as we continue to bring hope, healing, and homes to children across the globe. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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No matter what this new year holds, we chose to put our trust in the one who holds the universe in the palm of his hand. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
We are grateful for all that God has done and hopeful for all that He has in store for this upcoming year. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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“Children are born with all the curiosity they will ever need. It will last a lifetime if they are fed upon a daily diet of ideas.” ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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How are you discovering ways to keep your child curious in this season?
PUBLIC COMMENT OPPORTUNITY, The Intercountry Adoption Accreditation and Maintenance Entity (IAAME), a national accrediting entity designated by the US Department of State to provide Hague Accreditation and Approval, invites the public to provide comment on intercountry adoption service providers seeking Hague Accreditation, Approval or Renewal. You are invited to provide comments through the U.S. Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs website: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/Intercountry-Adoption/about-adoption-service-providers/hague-complaint-registry.html