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Mosaic 1: When Family Supports Family

Tells the story of a family from the perspectives of the father of five children; his mother, who takes on the parenting role for her five grandchildren; and their social worker.

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Mosaic 2: Building Bridges From One Family to Another

Portrays one family's story from the perspectives of the child’s mother, the grandmother, and the resource parent.

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Mosaic 3: Forging a Path to Permanency

Demonstrates the importance of collaboration and trusting relationships between a grandmother, a resource parent, and a social worker.

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Mosaic 4: It Takes a Village

Describes the complex nature and special support needs of kinship care. 

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Mosaic 5: The Journey From Foster Care to Reunification

Portrays a young woman's story of growing up in foster care, from 5 months through 7 years old, and the difficulties of transitioning back to her family.