Blog – Podcast – Foster Parents
Shannon Ketchum is a wife of 18 years, fur mom, foster mom sister and introvert! She has been dealing with infertility for 18 years due to endometriosis, hypothyroidism, PCOS and a pelvic spasm condition. She’s the founder of Embrace Bravery, a support ministry for women with infertility, a blogger, author and speaker. And the most…Read more
Jennifer tells her story of writing a book all about her adoptive daughter’s story and Jennifer’s journey to her. You can find her online at https://journeytomydaughter.com/ Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Foster Care: An Unparalleled Journey Find All Our Links Here https://linktr.ee/fostercarenation Merch! http://tee.pub/lic/RwiARsuuDHs Call the Voicemail Line 413-foster 3 (413) 367-8373 Foster Care 101 Free webinar…Read more
I am an international adoptee from Colombia who was adopted at 9 months with Ataxic Cerebral Palsy. My story is one of perseverance and the power of adoption to not only change lives but also highlights some of the traumas/struggles inherent in being an adoptee even when things go “right” as it were. I would…Read more
Cheryl Williams was born in Chicago, Illinois, but currently resides in Austin, Texas. She obtained a degree in early childhood education and has over 20 years of experience working with non-profit organizations before building Fundamentals for Foster Care. She has previously been a part of the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA). Cheryl has also worked…Read more
Natasha (a foster mom) and Rachel (a mentor to kids in care) are co-hosts of the Just As Special podcast which is the place to learn about foster care from diverse perspectives. Each episode, sisters Natasha and Rachel bring you a deeply personal interview with a former kid in care, foster care professional or non-traditional…Read more
I decided to talk to my son this week about his feelings on Foster Care and Adoption since he is a subject matter expert (even though he is only 8). He is brutally honest sometimes and even though I don’t always like the “brutal” part of his honesty, I am proud that he feels free…Read more
In the foster care system, the bio dad is often the forgotten parent. In our experience bio dads have had the highest rate of reunification. How can we support bio dads through this difficult process? Foster Care: An Unparalleled Journey Find All Our Links Here https://linktr.ee/fostercarenation Call the Voicemail Line 413-foster 3 (413) 367-8373…Read more
My website is www.journeytomydaughter.com. I can be found on all social media by searching Jennifer Rose Asher. I am listed under this name on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, and I think I am the only one with this name. You can also get to my website with the address www.jenniferroseasher.com. Twenty Things Adopted Kids Wish…Read more
An up-and-coming content creator, marketer, playwright/screenwriter, and columnist who is a fast learner, comfortable working with an array of different personalities, and passionate about advocacy through storytelling (check out my portfolio: www.HerOddSelf.com) Featured in 89.3 KPCC, PBS SoCal, Education Week, Los Angeles Female Playwright Initiative (LAFPI), and the Santa Monica Daily Press (SMDP), and Good…Read more
Scott Mason shares his story of navigating through biracial adoption while being a part of the LGBTQ+ community. He is also a podcaster himself. You can find his podcast on his WEBSITE or by searching for “Purpose Highway” on your podcast platform of choice. FaceBook Instagram Foster Care: An Unparalleled Journey Find All Our Links…Read more