Caring for children coming from vulnerable situations can require a special set of skills.

With more than 140 million children living in institutions or group homes, the role of the caregiver is paramount. Whether a house parent, foster parent, cook, teacher, or even gardener, these adults can bring hope and light into an orphan’s life.

But as we know, trauma causes so many difficulties for a child. “Who do I trust? Where can I find my next meal? Will this smiling ‘friend’ actually hurt me? Will you leave me again?”

That is why a trained caregiver in biblically-based, trauma-informed care is vital.