It Takes a Village to Create Chances
Chaddock's Multimedia Coordinator writes about how his job here is "one of the most rewarding experiences" of his life.
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Chaddock Staff
- Apr 3
- 3 min
Hope and Healing for Even the Tiniest of Beings.
Little did I know when I stumbled upon the Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health field that I would become so deeply aligned with it.
1050
Chaddock Staff
- Mar 6
- 3 min
Chances Happen Behind the Scenes Too
Chaddock's graphic designer works with and supports our kids in a unique way. Hear from Lizzie on her work and the difference she makes.
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Chaddock Staff
- Feb 6
- 3 min
The Importance of Numbers in the Story of Hope and Healing
At Chaddock, we "measure what matters" - the healing and improvements in relationships of the children and families we serve.
880
Chaddock Staff
- Jan 2
- 2 min
A House That Will Stand
Sarah Goodapple has worked at Chaddock for a year and a half as a Child Welfare Specialist in Chaddock’s Foster and Adoption Services....
860
Chaddock Staff
- Dec 5, 2022
- 3 min
A Community of Chance
Every child deserves a chance. And those chances are not only given by our staff, but by each church and person who supports our ministry.
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Chaddock Staff
- Nov 7, 2022
- 2 min
Keep It Real!
I have been able to see tremendous growth in not only the children we care for at Chaddock, but also in myself.
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Chaddock Staff
- Oct 3, 2022
- 4 min
Second Chances are Often the First Step
They are not bad kids, they were dealt a bad hand and need to learn how to work with it, they need a second chance.
320
Chaddock Staff
- Sep 5, 2022
- 2 min
Relationships are Valued
I see myself growing through it every shift that I’m on and every day I learn more about myself and the kids I work with.
1080
Chaddock Staff
- Aug 1, 2022
- 4 min
My Students Are My “Why?”
There are also days when I think I haven’t made one bit of difference. Then a student comes along and asks me a simple question.
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Chaddock Staff
- Jul 4, 2022
- 2 min
The "Solver" VS The "Listener"
The kids become a part of you. What I didn’t realize was that we actually become a part of them as well.
1450
Chaddock Staff
- Jun 6, 2022
- 4 min
There is Always an Opportunity to Give a Child a Chance
Working with children and families can be difficult, but I have never felt alone. The layers of support and guidance I receive are unmatched
450
Chaddock Staff
- May 2, 2022
- 3 min
The New Hire
After my first week, I concluded that Chaddock is not only a safe haven, but necessity for these children and youth.
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Chaddock Staff
- Apr 4, 2022
- 3 min
A Difference is Made in a Moment
Moments with my students remind me why I wanted to become a teacher.
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Chaddock Staff
- Mar 7, 2022
- 2 min
Setting the Foundations
If we don’t have a solid foundation of felt safety to build upon, we don’t have anywhere to grow.
750
Chaddock Staff
- Feb 1, 2022
- 3 min
It's All About Teamwork
The thing that made working in the cottages easier was the relationships. Having others you trusted to help support and encourage you.
860
Chaddock Staff
- Jan 3, 2022
- 3 min
Progress: It’s All About Perspective
We have the power to show kids that there are people who can be trusted. I cannot think of a more precious thing in life to do.
880
Chaddock Staff
- Dec 14, 2021
- 5 min
It Begins With Me, But It Isn’t About Me
It begins with me focusing on the needs of the child. It begins with me being OK with it not being about me.
1150
Chaddock Staff
- Oct 29, 2021
- 5 min
In Your Consistent and Unfailing Belief, I am Found
For these kids, success wasn’t just good grades but a relationship with a teacher who didn't run when it got hard, and loved them regardless
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Chaddock Staff
- Oct 4, 2021
- 3 min
Giving Our Kids a Chance To Bloom
Our kids are given the chance to bloom under our treatment model. Our kids feel the love and acceptance we have for them.
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