May 2024 Newsletter

MAY IS FOSTER CARE AWARENESS MONTH

It is an important time to spread the word about the needs of children and young people in foster care. A key part of this year's theme is to engage youth, build support, and strengthen opportunities for them to succeed in adulthood. The NOAS staff work tirelessly to ensure foster youth, especially those aging out of care, develop nurturing relationships, enduring connections, and opportunities for success. We welcome your assistance in achieving our mission of supporting foster youth.

UPCOMING NOAS EVENTS

Enjoy a scramble off the tee, followed by individual play from the best drive until the ball is holed out.

Sign up your foursome, or we can pair you with individual players. Don't miss out on this opportunity to support a great cause!

Take a chance to win an all-inclusive trip to Mexico’s luxury El Dorado Royale Spa & Resort for two on October 25–November 1, 2024, or $3,500 in cash. The trip is valued at $3,900.

The trip includes a private round-trip airport transfer, butler service assistance, and a candlelight dinner for two on the beach. One relaxing back massage (25 minutes) per adult at the resort spa. All other services have a 20% discount. You can even create your favorite hotel aromatherapy scent for your room. Airfare is not included.

Get your tickets by June 3rd.

The drawing will be held live on NOAS' Facebook on Tuesday, June 4th, at Noon.

TERMS: Tickets can be purchased online or in person. Winner will be selected on June 4, 2024 at Noon and will be contacted by phone. Winner has until June 14 to select the trip or the cash option of $3,500. Once a decision is made, the trip cannot be canceled or refunded. Trip date is booked for October 25-November 1, 2024 and cannot be changed or cancelled. Must be over 21 to participate. Winner need not be present. Minimum of 250 tickets must be sold or the raffle converts to a 50/50. $25 donation requested.

UPCOMING PRE-SERVICE CLASSES

NOAS is looking for open-minded, nurturing, flexible, and cooperative individuals to help us make a difference in foster youth's lives. You could be the difference in the life of one child or for one sibling group. Apply with NOAS to become a foster caregiver. Pre-service classes (as mandated by the state of Ohio) begin Wednesday, June 12. This is a virtual, mostly weeknight schedule. Contact Sarah at 330-984-0873 or smoreton@noas.com for registration information.

THANK YOU FOR HELPING NOAS BLOOM

MEET LAUREN

Wendy's Wonderful Recruiter

Lauren has five years of experience at Redemption House and has been a House Manager at A Shepherd's Staff since April. In addition, she was a licensed foster parent through NOAS and adopted two beautiful girls.

TBRI® & CORE TEEN

Support for families and professionals

NOAS prides itself on its training and continuing education programs. Our TBRI® and CORE Teen classes are designed to meet the complex needs of children and adolescents. A trauma-informed attachment-based intervention, TBRI is based on three main principles: empowerment, correction, and connection. CORE Teen provides trauma-informed and culturally responsive training that reduces the risk of placement disruptions and increases placement options for adolescents. Please contact Kelly Dillon at 330-980-4973 or kdillon@noas.com for more information about these FREE parenting education opportunities.

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