Resource parents have a big influence on the children in their care—especially when it comes to their health. After all, every day offers opportunities to […]
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A reader asks . . .What should I say when someone tells me they “could never foster”?
When I tell people I’m a foster parent, they often respond by saying they could never foster because it would be too hard. I want […]
Read moreEver feel you aren’t making a difference?Book Review
by Jeanne Preisler There are a few times in life that have a distinct before and after: getting married, for instance. Becoming a parent. Becoming […]
Read moreHelping yourself IS helping othersMeditation can be a great form of self-care
by Deena M. Murphy As people who care, so much of our time and energy is focused outwardly. How can I be of service? What […]
Read moreMaking a difference by being family
by Rick Zechman David and Rodney first met Blake when they provided respite for him in April 2015, just before they were licensed as foster […]
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