The document is a proclamation from the County of Santa Clara's Social Services Agency recommending the Board of Supervisors adopt a proclamation declaring May 2026 as 'Resource Parent Appreciation Month'. It highlights the importance of Resource Families in caring for foster children and youth, raising awareness of their role in the community. The document states there are no fiscal implications, and the action aims to increase interest in becoming resource family care providers.
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Proclamation to declare May 2026 as 'Resource Parent Appreciation Month'.
Honors Resource Families for their care of foster children and youth.
No fiscal implications associated with the action.
May is recognized as National Foster Care Month since 1988.
Resource Families support important connections for children/youth.
The action aims to increase interest in becoming resource family care providers.
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County of Santa Clara Social Services Agency 127673 DATE: May 18, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Daniel Little, Director, Social Services Agency SUBJECT: Resource Parent Appreciation Month Proclamation RECOMMENDED ACTION Adopt Proclamation declaring May 2026 as “Resource Parent Appreciation Month” in Santa Clara County. (Social Services Agency) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There are no fiscal implications associated with the recommended action. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION AND BACKGROUND The Social Services Agency (SSA), Department of Family and Children’s Services (DFCS) honors Resource Families annually for their care of foster children and youth in Santa Clara County, and desires to raise awareness of the important role Resource Families have in the community. May has been nationally recognized as National Foster Care Month since 1988. Resource Families support familial, cultural, and community connections, which are important to the child/youth. Resource Families care for children/youth who cannot live and be cared for by their relatives or extended non-related family members. Resource Families fulfill a vital role in ensuring that children/youth are safe and nurtured to grow and...
The Board of Supervisors of Santa Clara County proclaims May 2026 as Resource Family Appreciation Month, recognizing the dedication of Resource Families who provide safe homes for children and youth affected by abuse and neglect. The proclamation highlights the importance of Resource Families in the community and their role in supporting the well-being of children and youth.
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Proclamation declares May 2026 as Resource Family Appreciation Month.
Recognizes the dedication of Resource Families in providing safe homes.
Raises awareness about the role of Resource Families in the community.
Highlights the importance of maintaining community, cultural, and familial connections for children and youth.
Commends the contributions of County partners and organizations supporting children and youth.
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Docusign Envelope ID: C4C75802-C72E-4D65-9746-D4C7D2F9ABDC PROCLAMATION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA DECLARING MAY 2026 AS RESOURCE FAMILY APPRECIATION MONTH WHEREAS, the first Presidential Proclamation observing National Foster Care Month was in 1988; WHEREAS, the County of Santa Clara recognizes and appreciates the dedication of its Resource Families who provide safe and nurturing homes to children and youth who have suffered abuse and neglect; WHEREAS, Resource Family Appreciation Month raises awareness about the important role of Resource Families in ensuring the safety and well-being of children and youth in our community; WHEREAS, Resource Families are rooted within our communities and support children and youth in maintaining their unique community, cultural and familial connections; WHEREAS, Resource Families offer children and youth the chance to live in a healthy, loving and stable home where they can grow and thrive; and, WHEREAS, the County of Santa Clara joins others across the country in honoring Resource Families and raising awareness about the need for more resource family homes in Santa Clara County for children and commends the...