Fostering Blog
December 6, 2022
Two Strangers Learning How To Live Together Meghan had become a licensed foster parent and found herself in a common foster parent situation. As soon as […]
December 5, 2022
Joy, Grief, Loss and “Grinchiness” During the Holidays Oftentimes I have wondered why the Grinch’s heart was two sizes too small. Why does he live alone […]
May 12, 2022
It Takes a Village Community and Wrap Around Support Help Foster Parents Serve Children in Foster Care Well Meet Josh and Stephanie Sanders. Already a family […]
April 14, 2022
Many people who consider foster care are unsure if they can juggle the demands of a long-term foster placement. They have so many questions and concerns […]
May 13, 2021
Our family has welcomed 10 new children into our home over the past three years. We’ve had to say goodbye to all 10, most recently a […]
November 10, 2020
I’ve often heard the statistic referenced that says, “50% of foster parents will no longer be active within one year of their initial licensing.” As we […]
November 10, 2020
The year 2020 started out like many New Years past. We were all anticipating what this new year would bring; as a foster family, we were […]
August 21, 2020
Fostering kids is one of the most rewarding things you can take on, but it also comes with its challenges. Add in the fact that you’re […]
August 20, 2020
We are born advocates. From the first time we cry, we are advocating for ourselves. From that point on we learn how to ask for help […]
August 14, 2020
I got a ding on my phone and it was that familiar number from placement. “We have a baby girl who is currently in the NICU. […]
April 22, 2020
I was a single woman living in a one-bedroom apartment when I felt the pull to foster. I brushed it off. I worked a full time […]
April 22, 2020
Foster care is hard. It is filled with uncertainties, inconveniences, and heartbreak. I’ve dealt with my fair share of each. My husband and I have been […]