January 2025 Newsletter

IT'S A BEAUTIFUL DAY TO COMPLETE A FAMILY

Congratulations to Brenden and his family

NOAS is thrilled to congratulate the Moore/Nyako family on the adoption of Brenden. After 1,976 days in foster care, this joyous day marks a new chapter in Brenden's life; filled with love, support, and permanency. We celebrate this wonderful family and their commitment to making a lasting impact on Brenden's life.

YOU ARE INVITED TO NOAS'

Bourbon & Bags Bingo

Let's get loud and have some fun with BINGO! Both men and women will enjoy this night out! Come join NOAS on Thursday, January 30th at Ciminero's Banquet Centre in Niles. Doors open at 6:00 pm. An incredible selection of prizes will be given away at this bingo event, including bottles of premium bourbon and designer handbags.

Exclusive Raffle: Win a Louis Vuitton and/or a Bourbon Bundle!

For just $20 per ticket, you could be the lucky winner of a stunning Louis Vuitton Purse and/or an amazing Bourbon Bundle. Don’t miss out on this chance to score big!

Door prizes will also be given away. Join us for an evening of bingo, fun for friends, family, and fellow bingo enthusiasts.

MAKE 2025 THE YEAR YOU HELP A CHILD FEEL LOVED AND VALUED

Becoming a foster parent through NOAS is a rewarding opportunity to make a profound impact on a child's life. Our Pre-Service Training Classes, beginning January 16, will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide a nurturing, supportive home for foster youth in need. If you’re ready to start this incredible journey, we’d love to support you along the way.

Register today or feel free to contact Sarah at smoreton@noas.com.

COMMUNITY OF SUPPORTS

for foster families

Beginning this month, NOAS is taking a more proactive approach with our foster families in order to create fun, resourceful, and enriching environments where foster parents and their children can connect with others in similar situations. Our goal is to build communities of support for foster families within existing community organizations like churches. Families will be able to share ideas, solve parenting challenges, and access community resources together.

We plan to organize events around specific themes to foster connections. These gatherings will allow families to bond over shared activities, exchange experiences, and learn from each other in a relaxed setting. Themed events also help break the ice, making it easier for participants to form lasting relationships and support networks. Building camaraderie among families is essential for their support and success.



We are looking for community sponsors to help fund these events for our families. If your organization is interested, please contact Nikole at nbaringer@noas.com. Your support is greatly appreciated and will help us to provide these families with a memorable experience. We look forward to working with you. Thank you.

TBRI®

Training Class Dates

Discover the transformative power of Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI®), an attachment-based, trauma-informed approach designed to meet the complex needs of vulnerable children. This innovative method is especially beneficial for foster parents raising children with emotional and behavioral challenges.



Join our Connecting TBRI® training class session and learn how to create a nurturing, supportive environment for foster youth. This training session is scheduled for  January 27 (Part 1) and January 29 (Part 2) from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Make a lasting impact on a child's life by REGISTERING HERE. Please contact Simone Gant at sgant@noas.com if you would like more information or to register.

RECURRING GIFTS

Build Hope For Foster Youth

Your gift has the power to build hope and change lives for local foster youth. Donating monthly to NOAS helps to provide foster youth with a nurturing, supportive, and stable home. Your recurring gift enables us to recruit, train, and support foster families, creating safe environments where children can thrive. Together, we can ensure every child has the connections, support, and permanency they deserve. Make a lasting impact—pledge your recurring gift today and help us build a brighter future for foster youth.

Start Your $10 Monthly Donation Today

NOAS WELCOMES Tami Steele to our NOAS team

Tami Steele has spent thirty years in accounting, with the majority as a controller for a manufacturing firm. She also has a tax business, helping over 400 individuals annually. She is a graduate of YSU and lives locally in Howland.

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