building resilient parents and closing preventable gaps to reduce family separation by the foster care system
WHY WE DO IT
HOW WE DO IT
PREVENT
engage with parents prior to children being removed to avoid family disruption
RESTORE
support parents with open CPS cases and help kids safely return home
STABILIZE
cultivate lasting resilience, avoid repeat CPS cases, break generational cycles
WHO WE DO IT FOR
DANDELIONS?
In psychiatry, the dandelion symbolizes resilience, adaptability, and remarkable vitality. At GAPPS, this is a perfect example of the grit and strength we cultivate in parents through supportive services.
OUR VALUES THAT GUIDE US
GRACE
We identify every opportunity for God’s gift of unmerited mercy to shine through.
PEACE
We partner with parents to achieve a sense of calm & wholeness within their family.
COMPASSION
We believe every parent is created in God’s image— worthy of empathy and dignity.
SAFETY
We hold a child’s safety as the top priority while working toward family healing.
COMMUNITY
We strengthen families by connecting them to supportive, life‑giving relationships.
STEWARDSHIP
We utilize our resources, as well as the community’s, with integrity and transparency.