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Family reunification is one of the most meaningful outcomes in child welfare.During Family Reunification Month, we recog...
06/22/2026

Family reunification is one of the most meaningful outcomes in child welfare.

During Family Reunification Month, we recognize the families working toward reunification and the professionals, caregivers, and community partners who help make it possible.

Safe, stable reunification is built through commitment, support, and a shared focus on strengthening families. When family connections can be preserved and restored, children are better positioned to thrive.

Behind every reunification is a story of resilience, progress, and the belief that families can succeed when they have the support they need.

Children thrive when they have strong, supportive relationships in their lives.Fathers and father figures play a critica...
06/21/2026

Children thrive when they have strong, supportive relationships in their lives.

Fathers and father figures play a critical role in providing stability, encouragement, and connection for children and families. Their support and guidance help shape confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging that lasts well beyond childhood.

We're grateful for the many dads, grandfathers, foster fathers, kinship caregivers, mentors, and father figures making a positive impact every day.

Happy Father's Day.

For years, Case Aide Services has helped agencies reduce administrative burden and return valuable time to the people se...
06/16/2026

For years, Case Aide Services has helped agencies reduce administrative burden and return valuable time to the people serving children, families, and communities.
But as the service continued to grow, one thing became clear: the need extends far beyond a single program area or workflow.
That's why we're introducing Grove, because the work we are doing outgrew the name.

Grove reflects a broader vision for how Northwoods supports agencies. The same trusted team. The same commitment to helping workers focus on what matters most. Now with a model designed to serve agencies more flexibly, more confidently, and across more areas of human services.

As Dean Miller, Director of Grove, puts it:
"This is more than a rebranding. It's a commitment to expanding this resource to more agencies and caseworkers."

Learn more about the story behind Grove, our vision for the future, and how we're evolving to better support the people who serve others.

Read the blog: https://hubs.li/Q04lBBDz0

The future of human services won't be shaped by technology alone. It will be shaped by the leaders making decisions ever...
06/12/2026

The future of human services won't be shaped by technology alone. It will be shaped by the leaders making decisions every day about people, processes, priorities, and outcomes.

Creating a stronger tomorrow requires more than new tools. It requires thoughtful leadership, strong partnerships, and a commitment to continuous improvement across the services communities rely on most.

We'll be in Arlington, VA June 14–17 for the APHSA NHS Summit, exploring how agencies can reduce administrative complexity, strengthen decision-making, and create more capacity for the work that matters most.

Every child deserves the opportunity to grow up in a safe, stable, and permanent home.In the Spring 2026 issue of APHSA'...
06/11/2026

Every child deserves the opportunity to grow up in a safe, stable, and permanent home.

In the Spring 2026 issue of APHSA's Policy & Practice, Northwoods' Amy Drapcho explores practical solutions for child welfare and the steps states can take to better support permanency, kinship care, and positive outcomes for children and families.

Building on themes from our recent APHSA webinar and featuring perspectives from Sixto Cancel, Ana Beltran, and Rita Soronen, the article highlights how stronger alignment across policy, practice, and data can help turn priorities into action.

Read the article: https://hubs.li/Q04l26nn0

LGBTQ+ youth are significantly overrepresented in foster care, with studies estimating they make up nearly one-third of ...
06/10/2026

LGBTQ+ youth are significantly overrepresented in foster care, with studies estimating they make up nearly one-third of the foster youth population.

Their experiences underscore the importance of creating environments where every young person feels safe, supported, connected, and valued for who they are.

Find support and resources:
• The Trevor Project: https://hubs.li/Q04kVZ_d0
• FosterClub LGBTQ+ Resources: https://hubs.li/Q04kV-LX0

Additional resources for human services professionals, caregivers, and agencies:
• Human Rights Campaign Foundation Child Welfare Resources: https://hubs.li/Q04kVKDd0
• SOGIE Center: https://hubs.li/Q04kVVDg0

During Medicare Fraud Prevention Week, we're reminded that protecting these programs is ultimately about protecting the ...
06/04/2026

During Medicare Fraud Prevention Week, we're reminded that protecting these programs is ultimately about protecting the people who depend on them. For older adults and others who rely on Medicare and related services, fraud, errors, and misuse can create financial hardship, confusion, and unnecessary stress.

When workers have access to clear, reliable guidance, they're better equipped to make informed, consistent decisions that support both the individuals they serve and the integrity of the programs themselves.

Learn more about preventing Medicare Fraud: https://hubs.li/Q04k3ZwW0...

Please join us in welcoming Ben Elder as Northwoods' Chief Technology Officer. Ben brings more than 25 years of experien...
06/03/2026

Please join us in welcoming Ben Elder as Northwoods' Chief Technology Officer.

Ben brings more than 25 years of experience leading engineering teams, building innovative technology solutions, and helping organizations navigate complex transformation initiatives. His passion for solving hard problems, combined with a deep belief that technology should serve people, makes him a natural fit for our mission.

As CTO, Ben will lead Northwoods' technology strategy, engineering organization, and AI innovation efforts as we continue helping agencies modernize the way they work and prepare for the future of human services.

We're excited to have Ben on the team and look forward to the leadership, vision, and expertise he'll bring to Northwoods.

What if child welfare technology wasn't built primarily to prove work happened... but to help better outcomes happen in ...
06/02/2026

What if child welfare technology wasn't built primarily to prove work happened... but to help better outcomes happen in the first place?

In our latest blog, Mark Ruff, Lead Innovation Product Manager at Northwoods, explores how evolving federal priorities and initiatives like A Home for Every Child are reshaping the role technology can play in child welfare.

From uncovering hidden family connections to supporting permanency efforts and helping workers make more informed decisions, Mark shares why the shift from compliance-driven systems to outcomes-driven systems matters, and what it could mean for the future of child welfare.

Read the full blog: https://hubs.li/Q04jBD1T0

We're in Summit County, Colorado this week for the CCI Summer Conference.The demands on county agencies continue to grow...
06/01/2026

We're in Summit County, Colorado this week for the CCI Summer Conference.

The demands on county agencies continue to grow, but so do the opportunities to streamline processes, strengthen partnerships, and create more capacity for the work that matters most. We're proud to sponsor this year's event and spend the next few days connecting with county leaders from across Colorado.

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