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Article: FLORIDA HONORS FOSTER PARENTS WHO BRIGHTEN CHILDREN'S LIVES

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May 5, 2006
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The Florida Department of Children & Families issued the following news release:

The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) kicks off a month-long campaign today to encourage more adults in the state to become foster parents. Gov. Jeb Bush signed a proclamation declaring May as Foster Care Month in Florida making this also an excellent opportunity to show appreciation for those who have already made the commitment.

"Foster parents provide a vital role in healing and reconnecting children and families," said DCF Secretary Lucy Hadi. "This month we honor Florida's 6,334 foster families who open their homes and hearts to children whose families are unable to care for them. With ...

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