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Curious about adoption but not sure you will have the support you need? In West Texas, you don’t have to do it alone. Here are trusted, local supports that make the journey doable—from first questions to first nights home. The Attic Resource Center...
Saying “yes” to adoption usually starts as a nudge—a story you hear, a photo that sticks with you, a quiet sense that your home has room for one (or two) more. Turning that nudge into a next step is a thoughtful process, and it’s okay to take it one stage at a...
Adoption is beautiful, brave, and—let’s be honest—stretching. New attachments take time, routines wobble, and paperwork never seems to end. Most adoptive parents won’t raise a hand and ask for help, but they exhale when community shows up unprompted with practical,...
The Heart Gallery of West Texas exists for a simple, urgent purpose: to help children waiting in foster care find safe, loving, permanent families—right here at home. Across the Permian Basin and Concho Valley, too many kids are placed far from their schools,...
A vision came to life last week through the leadership of CASA of West Texas, St. Joseph’s Ministry, and the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS). Together, they launched a new initiative to create food pantries that are easily accessible...
Every successful event is powered by the dedicated volunteers—and our recent Superhero Run was no exception. From the earliest moments of setup to the final stages of tear down, our volunteers were the true heroes behind the scenes, ensuring every runner had a...
West Texas Together is a community partnership for West Texas child welfare and foster care. Through the strong relationships and their tireless dedication, leaders in the Concho Valley have established a robust network of support for local families and youth. One...
When a family in our community is struggling, it takes a team of heroes to surround them with care and hope. At One Accord for Kids, we believe the best outcomes for children happen when families—biological, foster, adoptive, and kinship—are supported, not sidelined....
In the heart of the Permian Basin, The Attic Resource Center has become a cornerstone of child welfare—a place where dignity meets need, and where vulnerable children and families are met with compassion and care. The Attic Resource Center, a core program of...
At The Attic Resource Center, we believe in standing alongside families at every stage of the child-welfare process — including the joyful milestone of reunification. When children are able to return home to their families, it marks the beginning of a new...
Reunification is the process of returning a child who has been removed by Child Protective Services (CPS) back to their biological parents, once it is determined to be safe and in the child’s best interest. It is the primary goal in almost all CPS cases,...
When a child is removed by Child Protective Services (CPS), it's a painful moment for everyone involved. But removal is not the end of the story—it's the beginning of a process, with safe and stable reunification as the ultimate goal. It is important to note...
For more than a decade, June has been designated National Reunification Month. The month celebrates and brings awareness to the most desirable and positive legal permanency option for children in foster care. Follow along this month in our limited blog series as we...
At the end of May, One Accord for Kids had the incredible opportunity to partner with First Presbyterian Church Midland’s Vacation Bible School (VBS) to benefit The Attic Resource Center. Throughout the week, the VBS kids showed what it means to care for others...
On May 27th, West Texas Together - Permian Basin (WTT-PB) hosted another Lunch and Learn for Child Welfare professionals, offering that has come out of a need identified by coalition partners to develop the skills of our local workforce. West Texas has a...
As Foster Care Awareness Month comes to a close, the stories we’ve heard and the faces we’ve seen remain heavy on our hearts. In West Texas, hundreds of children still enter foster care each year—some with nothing but the clothes on their backs. But where...
With May being National Foster Care Month, it is important to know that crucial component of foster or kinship care is supporting families so that children and youth can have the stability they need. The Attic Resource Center, now a program of One Accord for...
May is National Foster Care Month—a time to celebrate the unwavering dedication of foster parents and acknowledge the invaluable role kinship caregivers play in the lives of children and families within the child welfare system. Kinship care is when a child is...
National Foster Care Month Reflection from One Accord for Kids May is National Foster Care Month—a time to honor the many individuals who step into the lives of children and families in crisis with courage, compassion, and commitment. At One Accord for Kids,...
Get ready to tee off for a cause at the Hitting for Hope Golf Tournament, hosted by New Dawn Fellowship! This exciting event is scheduled for Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Ratliff Ranch Golf Links in Odessa, Texas. With a shotgun start at 8:00 AM, participants will enjoy...
Foster Parent Night Out Grace Christian Odessa CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
On February 26th, West Texas Together (WTT) hosted their third Lunch and Learn for Child Welfare professionals. This has come out of a need identified by coalition partners to develop the skills of our local workforce. West Texas offers a dynamic and...
On February 18th, we had the privilege of participating in a Foster Care and Adoption Q&A, bringing together experts from various child welfare organizations across the Permian Basin. This event was organized by West Texas Together, a local coalition with...
Foster Parent Night Out Join Harvest Time Church for a Foster Parent Night Out! This event is open to all foster, adoptive, and kinship families free of cost. Register here!
Valentine’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to teach children about love in a way that goes beyond candy and cards. It’s a chance to share God’s love for us and show them how to express kindness, gratitude, and love to others. A great scripture to share with...
January was a month of increased impact at The Attic Resource Center, where vital resources were provided to families in need. Throughout the month, the organization served 106 children and 52 families, ensuring they had access to essential support. The Attic was able...
At One Accord for Kids, we are dedicated to supporting children and families in our community. We are thrilled to announce two upcoming events designed to foster connection, education, and collaboration. Here’s what you can look forward to: Foster/Adopt Q&A...
West Texas Together Foster/Adopt Q&A Children in foster care are waiting for loving families to foster, adopt, and advocate for them. Find out what YOU can do! CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE
West Texas Together Lunch & Learn for Child Welfare Professionals Join us for a day of networking, education, and collaboration with others who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE
West Texas Together (WTT) is working to transform child welfare by harnessing the collective power of our communities. In 2024, our partnership drove substantial progress toward ensuring every child in West Texas has a loving, local home. Through focused...
Practicing New Year’s resolutions with your children can be a rewarding experience. It fosters growth, resilience, and family bonding. Here are three key ways parents can effectively engage their children in this meaningful tradition. Set Family Goals Together...
Dear Friends, I am deeply grateful for the progress West Texas has made in foster care and adoption. As a young lawyer, I advocated for numerous families failed by our state’s foster care system. These families, often grappling with poverty, faced...
A Season of Giving: Permian Basin Giving Tree Wrap-Up The Permian Basin Giving Tree continues to shine brightly as a beacon of generosity and community support, and this year was no exception. Together, the Permian Basin made a profound difference for families...
National Adoption Month is observed each November and is dedicated to celebrating the adoptions of the children in CPS care across the nation. Each year, Child Protection Courts in Midland, Odessa, San Angelo, and nearby cities hold adoption ceremonies open to...
Permian Basin Giving Tree Shop for a child in CPS care to give them a Christmas to remember! CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE
Midland Youth Coalition 3rd Annual Friendsgiving Luncheon 11:30 AM-1:00 PM CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Understanding Loss and Grief 6:30-8:30 PM CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
First Baptist Odessa Foster Parent Night Out 6:00-9:00 PM CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Halloween is a time for fun, costumes, and candy, but for some children, this season can trigger anxiety or distress. Children who have experienced trauma or have sensory sensitivities may find traditional trick-or-treating overwhelming. As we look to create a...
On August 7th, West Texas Together (WTT) hosted their second Lunch and Learn for Child Welfare professionals. This has come out of a need identified by coalition partners to develop the skills of our local workforce. West Texas offers a dynamic and challenging...
We are thrilled to announce an exciting development in our ongoing mission to serve children and families in West Texas. Effective September 1st, 2024, The Attic Foster Network will be merging with One Accord for Kids, creating a unified force dedicated to...
We did it again!! In late June, Matt hit the road visiting our Heart Gallery of West Texas kids placed in the Houston area. As you may remember 60% of West Texas kids placed in foster care are in homes or institutions outside of our 30 county region. This puts...
Our Executive Director, Brandon Logan, joins the newly formed Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) Partners for Children and Families Committee (PCFC). The committee brings together stakeholders from across Texas to advise the DFPS commissioner...
This summer, One Accord for Kids is at it again!! With 60% of our kids in foster care outside of West Texas, we knew that we would have to get creative to recruit for our Heart Gallery of West Texas kids. This past year, the statewide network created by Heart...
Foster Care and Child Welfare Week in Review – April 29, 2024 Here are some news items from last few weeks related to foster care, adoption, and child welfare that caught our eye: One Accord for Kids holds expansion launch event for Heart Gallery of West Texas One...
One Accord for Kids is excited to launch the expansion of the Heart Gallery of West Texas. This expansion has been made possible through the generosity of the First Lady of Texas, the Governor’s Commission for Women, the Heart Galleries of Texas, and efforts of...
Foster Care and Child Welfare Week in Review – April 15, 2024 Here are some news items from last few weeks related to foster care, adoption, and child welfare that caught our eye: Governor Greg Abbott shares personal adoption story, urges texans to 'go for it'...
On April 4th, West Texas Together (WTT) hosted their first ever Lunch and Learn for Child Protective Services (CPS) Caseworkers, CASA Volunteers, and local social workers. As a community partnership for West Texas foster care, WTT has formed six work groups...
Foster Care and Child Welfare Week in Review – April 8, 2024 Here are some news items from last few weeks related to foster care, adoption, and child welfare that caught our eye: Federal Report: Foster care total dropped again in 2022 Two years post-COVID-19...
Foster Care and Child Welfare Week in Review – April 1, 2024 Here are some news items from last few weeks related to foster care, adoption, and child welfare that caught our eye: Baby boxes limit family preservation options for Texans in crisis The National Safe Haven...