In the News: Urgent Need for Foster Families as Demand for Help Surges in Virginia
By: Blaine StewartPosted 11:37 AM, May 23, 2025 “There’s a lot of noise, it’s a lot of
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More Than a Case File: A Foster Care Journey Comes Full Circle
Entering foster care as a young teen can feel like being caught in a storm
Becoming a Homeowner: How to Get Started with Our Pre-Purchase Counseling
Navigating mortgages, credit standards, and a tight housing market can be daunting for new buyers.
How to Help a Foster Child Adjust: Tips for a Stable Foster Home
A change of address can rattle any child, but for those in foster care—and for
Press Release: Highlighting the Urgent Need for Foster Families During National Foster Care Awareness Month
[Norfolk, Virginia] – [May 1, 2025] – This May, The Up Center joins organizations nationwide in
Breaking the Stigma: Why Seeking Therapy is a Sign of Strength
Though therapy has long been known as an effective resource in mental health care, the
Are We Doing Enough for Foster Youth Struggling with Substance Use?
If you found out that nearly one in two teens in foster care may face
The Up Center’s Housing and Financial Counselling Service
A Smart First Step: How One First-Time Homebuyer Turned Uncertainty into Confidence Buying your first
How Home Visitors Help Parents Navigate the Early Years with Confidence
Parenting in the early years can feel like a rollercoaster—full of joy, but also questions,
April is Child Abuse Awareness Month
During the month of April, the nation turns its attention to a pressing issue that
