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May 15 is International Family Day. An occasion to draw attention to the many dedicated foster families in North Rhine-Westphalia. Foster parents in on-call and full-time care look after children who cannot grow up with their biological parents with care and a lot of heart. In the video, foster parents, professionals and parents talk about their experiences.

Children Have Many Questions About War: Tips for Parents

Leaving school often brings with it many questions: How do I finance my studies? What do I need to consider for my first apartment? What insurance do I need? From May 18 to 21, the NRW consumer advice center will be supporting school leavers with online presentations on these topics as they take the step towards independence.

Anyone who needs support with questions about wills and inheritance after a death can now receive this free and uncomplicated support over the phone. The five local courts of Essen, Cologne, Nettetal, Recklinghausen and Wuppertal provide surviving dependants with quick and human guidance via their new service hotlines.

What Children Need in Uncertain Times and How Parents Can Provide Support

The legal right to full-day care begins in 2026. All the information for parents.

How Parents Can Help Their Children Become Resilient

The Holiday Internship Weeks NRW give young people aged 15 and over numerous insights into various professions and companies in a short space of time. Flexible, free of charge and without any application stress! The internships take place from July 20 to September 1 and last either one day or one week.

Reliable interlocutor for your child.

Avoiding Germs in the Kitchen: Tips for Shopping, Storage, and Food Preparation