7 tips for getting to know a teen you are fostering or adopting
Getting to know a teenager is a journey. Being thoughtful and considerate of their life experiences and needs when communicating with them is a great first step.
Family life
“Adoption will open your heart to new adventures”
Shannon Pinkerton adopted children with Down syndrome and other special needs. She says: “I never saw people with disabilities as being different.”
Supporting the children in your home when adopting
Expert tips for maintaining stability in the midst of transition and helping all members of your family bond and find a new normal.
A TV appearance leads to an adoption
A Georgia family adopts their son days before his 18th birthday.
How to help an older child or teen adjust to your home
In this guest post, two child welfare experts offer nine tips for smoothing a child’s transition into your family.
Couldn’t we all use more feel-good?
Parents who foster and adopt share what they are most thankful for this holiday season and throughout the year.