“Adopting from foster care is not a sprint—it’s a marathon”
A mother talks about doubling the size of her family after a six-year search.
Parenting
From heartbreak to parents of eight
A couple learns about the need for families willing to adopt siblings—and takes action.
Three empty rooms to fill—and a lifetime of love to give
A mother talks about helping the daughters she adopted from foster care thrive.
Outstanding Caseworker: Mariela Arias
A licensing specialist in Miami talks about what makes a great foster parent and common misconceptions people have about fostering.
“When you turn around, what do you want to see?”
A father who saw what can happen when children age out of foster care talks about adopting five children—including four teens.
“Sometimes Plan B is better than Plan A”
Parents who hadn’t considered adoption step up when their son’s friend needs a family.