Lynda Fields Email & Phone Number

Provided Health Service Options Counseling To Clients* Developed Parenting Classes* Obtained outside resources for clients.

Parented children ages newborn to age 18 years old.* Worked with biological parents to obtain reunification* Adopted four children"Between the years of 1983 and 1998 Lynda was an active Foster Parent caring for children with several agencies including the Virginia Baptist Children's Home (VA), the Massachusetts Department of Social Services and Catholic Charities (MA)."

Operated a Licensed Large Family Daycare* Worked with State Agency, to accept voucher children* Worked with Early Intervention on child development* CPR and First Aid certified* Training with childcare circuit (15 hours per year)* Member of Providers Food Program"As a highly sought after Family Day Care Provider, Lynda's success is attributed to her love for children, her attention to detail and her unique ability to manage multiple activities concurrently. Lynda successfully obtained, renewed and updated her state licensing requirements in addition to maintaining the necessary weekly records earning her high praise from all inspecting officials. Lynda completed coursework including classroom, seminars and correspondence in addition to all required trainings and certifications necessary for successful licensing."

Led training for new foster and adoptive parents* Lead support groups for Foster and Adoptive parents* Available peer resource for individual support"Lynda's commitment to children and service led her to become a certified MAPP Trainer with DSS while also assisting and leading various Foster & Adoptive Parent Training & Support Groups. These group sessions provided here the opportunity to share her knowledge and experiences with new and experienced parents, quickly positioning her as a key resource for their future questions."

Visited Foster, Adoptive Homes for Support Services.

Parent Aid to Single Mothers* Provided respite care services* Assisted clients access housing finances resources"In addition to her training & support roles for foster & adoptive parents, Lynda was committed to returning the children home to their biological parents whenever feasible. This commitment led to her role as a Parent Aid with Catholic Charities working directly with biological parents. These efforts were focused on helping these parents develop specific skill sets including health & nutrition, basic financial management and childcare.