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Crossnore Communities for Children 2/25/2024
Crossnore Communities for Children 2/25/2024

For more than 100 years Crossnore Communities for Children has provided a Christian sanctuary of hope and healing for children in need from North Carolina. Our holistic model of care allows us to care for and nurture each child’s mind, body and spirit.
Foster
Crossnore Communities for Children is interested in providing a foster home for children in need. In return, each family will receive training, a home study, and ongoing monthly support throughout the foster care licensing process and beyond.
Serve
Foster parents and children in care need a community to support them. Churches, civic organizations, and individuals in North Carolina are becoming fostering communities for these families.
Train
The Center for Trauma Resilient Communities supports organizations as they embed and embody the science of trauma resilience.

 

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