LSS Post Adoption Services

05/15/2026

“I work all day to put a roof over your head, and you can’t even wash a few dishes?”
“I really thought you were more mature than that.”
“When you do that, you make me sad and disappointed. Do you really want to hurt my feelings?”

Do any of these sound familiar? Are you guilty of guilt-tripping? Guilt/Shame is one of the Seven Core Issues of Adoption, so be cognizant of how you communicate with your child. Here's a great article that can help!

Guilt-tripping our children can have toxic effects. Use these tactics to gain compliance with your child without manipulation or guilt trips!

05/14/2026

These wounds don’t appear out of nowhere, they are often the result of unmet needs, trauma, and a lack of belonging.

And the solution isn’t just programs.
It’s people. It’s families. It’s community.

When we step in early…
when we surround kids and families with support…
when we ensure every child has a place to belong before they turn 18…
We don’t just change one life.
We change the trajectory of entire communities.

You don’t have to do everything.
But everyone can do something.

Learn more about how you can be a part of healing the 10 social wounds in the book Go Upstream written by Brian Mavis, the Founder of America’s Kids Belong, https://americaskidsbelong.org/lp/go-upstream/ 💛

05/06/2026

We were honored to host our Adopted Kids Camp, a day dedicated to connection, community, and meaningful experiences. Youth had the opportunity to build relationships, engage in activities, and enjoy a supportive environment designed to foster belonging. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this day a success!

04/30/2026

Attention Rapid City Area Pastors and Ministry Leaders!

Pastors and ministry leaders, you’re invited!

Join us for a FREE lunch and one-hour gathering as we explore how we can better care for vulnerable children and families together.

📅 Friday, May 15, 2026
⏰ 11:30am–12:30pm
📍 Love INC (414 E. Omaha St.)
🍽️ Free lunch included with RSVP
📲 RSVP by texting “foster” to 605.718.5683

04/30/2026

Not everyone is called to be a foster parent, but everyone can do something to encourage, support, and care for foster families!

04/23/2026

Maybe your “yes” looks like a meal dropped off.
Maybe it’s mentoring a teen who just needs someone to listen.
Maybe it’s providing transportation to a child’s appointment.
Maybe it’s your business, your church, or your home saying, we see you and we’re here to support you.

Not everyone is called to foster or adopt.
But everyone can do something.
Because every child deserves to grow up knowing they are loved, supported, and that they belong.

We want to help you find your yes, the one that fits your life, your gifts, your capacity.
You are called to foster care, and your “yes” might change everything. 💛

04/14/2026

04/09/2026

04/09/2026

Sometimes the hardest part of parenting isn’t the moment in front of us—
it’s everything we’re already carrying into it.

When things escalate, the goal isn’t control.
It’s grounding.

Because the calmest nervous system in the room
will always influence the rest. 🤍