KVC Health Systems

06/18/2026

We're proud to be a place where everyone belongs. The unique skills, talents, experiences and perspectives of our team members have helped us build such a rich community. This is what pride means to us.
What does pride mean to you? Tell us in the comments!

06/18/2026

Today, we're shouting out Melissa, HR Compliance Manager! 💙🎉
Teamwork makes such a big impact on our employees' experiences and our quality of service. This is one of many moments Melissa has gone above and beyond to strengthen our teams:

"I decided to bring on an intern for the first time, and Melissa was so helpful throughout the entire process. I was flying in the dark a bit since I didn't know what to expect with getting an intern officially onboarded and in the system. Melissa helped me navigate everything in such a kind and timely way, and it made an unsure process very easy."

Leave Melissa a shoutout in the comments!

06/17/2026

How can managers speak the language of appreciation?
We can all agree that appreciation at work matters, but how we like to receive it is personal. Some may find a handwritten note the most meaningful, while others might prefer to get some kuddos face-to-face. KVC managers have found all kinds of ways to let team members know that their work is valuable, from fun group activities to notes, posters, awards, shout-outs and even puppies!

Has a manager ever done anything for you that truly made you feel recognized? Share your favorite way to receive appreciation in the comments!

06/16/2026

Sometimes, all a family needs is someone to walk alongside them through life's hardest moments. ❤️

Check out this family reunification success story from Beth, a KVC Community Based Services Director:

Our Community Based Services department equips biological parents with the resources and skills they need to thrive. Beth and her team worked with a mother whose daughter had recently entered foster care. Beth's team ensured the mother had housing and substance use support, and she was able to work closely with her daughter's foster parents. With KVC in her corner, this mother was able to safely reunify in less than a year, which is much sooner than average.

To a child, any amount of time of instability feels long. We know children experience time differently and that those childhood years are precious.

That's why we act in child time.

We work with urgency to provide families with the connections they need to overcome obstacles, resolve conflicts, learn healthy skills and ultimately be their child's hero.

Learn more about family reunification at https://www.kvc.org/event/family-reunification-month-2/

06/15/2026

While we might imagine that there’s a higher risk for su***de in drearier winter months, that’s not the case. Even with warmer temperatures and longer days, finding opportunities for connection might even be more critical during the summer. Being aware of the signs of mental distress or suicidal ideation can save lives year-round: https://hubs.ly/Q04k-2Gt0

06/12/2026

Today, Malachi is an exceptionally talented athlete and uses his voice to advocate for kids in foster care. “I have an amazing support system. Without my family, I would never be who I am today. I just thank them every day for that," shares Malachi.
Even if it's just for a short time, your home and care can be a game-changer. Large events like the World Cup can sometimes create situations where children and teens need help right away. With this increased need, you can be the safety net a child or teen needs when it matters most- learn more about becoming an emergency foster caregiver: https://hubs.ly/Q04kZDK70

06/11/2026

Today is International Day of Play — You have official, science-backed permission to:
-Make something
-Play something
-Laugh at something

Play isn't just for kids. Our brains are literally wired to benefit from play throughout our lifespan. That's not magic. That's neuroplasticity. And it works at every age.

Every time we play — our brain is busy strengthening neural pathways that supports learning, resilience and wellbeing.

06/10/2026

Meet Adam, a father whose sons entered foster care while he was struggling with substance use and addiction. He decided to do everything he could to change his life and bring his boys safely back home. Thanks to his KVC worker’s support and the KVC foster family caring for his boys, Adam and his children are now back together and thriving. Every night, his son tells him that he's his best friend, and "I love you" is said often in this home.

This National Family Reunification Month, we're celebrating families like Adam's and the parents who have worked hard to overcome obstacles, resolve conflicts and learn healthy skills in order for their children to safely return home from foster care.

Adam is a father who struggled with substance use and addiction. He...

06/09/2026

Every space is being designed with healing in mind.

Construction continues to progress at the St. Louis Children's Hospital and KVC Health Systems inpatient and outpatient treatment centers. It’s thrilling to see spaces begin taking shape for the children, teens and families who will walk through these doors starting late this year.

From private patient rooms to light-filled gathering spaces and calming outdoor courtyards, every detail is intentionally designed to help children and teens feel safe, supported and cared for during their mental health healing journey.

These spaces will also support the dedicated teams who will provide compassionate, collaborative behavioral health care for families across our region.

We’re grateful to everyone helping bring this vision to life.
Visit our website to learn more about the providers, services and progress behind this transformative new model of care. https://hubs.ly/Q04kMx140

06/08/2026

Family reunification takes a village and you can help a family in crisis and play a part in bringing a child safely back home. Check out these practical ways relatives, neighbors, friends and community members can support family reunification:

- Offer transportation to visitations, court hearings, mental health appointments, etc.
- Provide snacks and activities for birth parents to take to visits
- Offer words of encouragement or lend a listening ear
- Allow the parent(s) to feel connected through community gatherings to let them know they are not alone
- Become a foster parent (https://hubs.ly/Q04kw9zV0) to provide direct support to children and families who are experiencing foster care, or become a foster parent who provides short-term respite care to other foster families
- Support KVC through donations or become an Everyday Hero

Get involved at https://hubs.ly/Q04kwf020