AdoptUSKids profiles of hope is a series of stories highlighting youth who have experienced foster care and their adoptive families. Hear from Jonathan and Nuamey as they reflect on their journey to becoming a family.
Sahra and Shania, share a few of the moments that shaped their journey to become a family. Their story is a heartfelt reminder of the resilience, patience, and love that can guide families toward permanency.
After parenting 21 children, with 16 coming from guardianship or adopted from foster care, Keeshann Jones learned an important lesson: you can’t pour from an empty cup.
Sandra and Jorge Mendez adopted Emily and Michael from foster care in 2019. As their children step into adulthood, they reflect on lessons in healing, trauma-responsive parenting, and supporting connections with birth siblings.
For young people who have experienced trauma or loss, pain is often communicated through their behaviors or emotions. Here’s what to consider when seeking mental health support for your child.
Forging a strong relationship doesn’t happen overnight. Rather, it requires showing up consistently and with compassion. In this blog post, adoption expert Mary Boo unpacks potential challenges when creating bonds and delves into the art of building trust through gestures like embracing differences, adjusting expectations, and prioritizing connection before correction. Whether you’re starting fresh with a new placement or navigating a rocky patch, this post is packed with practical strategies for helping your family grow stronger together for life.