Celebrating Social Workers Who Support Families
March is National Social Work Month, a time to recognize the social workers who stand beside children and families every day. Across foster care and family support programs, social workers play a vital role in helping children find safety, stability and connection. Behind every placement, family visit and support plan is a social worker working with compassion, patience and dedication.
Social workers walk alongside families
Social workers support foster parents, kinship caregivers and adoptive families through every stage of the journey. They help families navigate the foster care system, access resources and build confidence in their caregiving roles.
Whether answering late-night questions, coordinating services or offering reassurance during challenging moments, social workers provide steady guidance families can rely on. This partnership helps create a stronger support system for children and the families who care for them.
Supporting children beyond basic needs
Children in foster care often have complex experiences and emotions. Social workers help ensure children receive not only safe placements, but also the emotional, educational and behavioral support they may need.
They collaborate with schools, therapists and community partners to help children stay connected to services that promote healing and growth. Their advocacy helps children maintain important relationships and build a sense of stability during times of change.
A bridge between families and resources
One of the most important roles a social worker plays is connecting families to the right services at the right time. From counseling and medical care to educational support and community programs, social workers help remove barriers so families can focus on caring for children.
For foster families and kinship caregivers, knowing they are not navigating challenges alone can make a meaningful difference.
Steady support during times of transition
Transitions can be one of the hardest parts of the foster care experience. Social workers help children and families prepare for changes, whether that means a new placement, reunification or adoption.
By providing clear communication, emotional support and practical guidance, social workers help reduce uncertainty and build confidence for everyone involved.
Their presence helps children feel supported and families feel prepared.
Thank you, social workers
This National Social Work Month, we recognize the dedication of the social workers. Your work strengthens families, supports caregivers and helps children find safety, connection and belonging. Thank you for showing up with empathy, professionalism and heart. The impact of your work reaches far beyond any single day.
