Download or read book Opening Hearts Changing Lives The Beauty of Foster Adoption written by Aurora Brooks and published by BabyDreamers.net. This book was released on 101-01-01 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Opening Hearts, Changing Lives: The Beauty of Foster Adoption Are you considering foster adoption? Do you want to learn more about the process and the benefits it can bring to your life? Look no further than "Opening Hearts, Changing Lives: The Beauty of Foster Adoption." This short read book is a comprehensive guide that will take you through every step of the foster adoption journey, from preparing for the process to building a brighter future for your family. Table of Contents Chapter 1: The Foster Adoption Process In this chapter, you will learn about the steps involved in foster adoption, including home studies, background checks, and the legal process of finalizing the adoption. Chapter 2: The Benefits of Foster Adoption Discover the many ways in which foster adoption can positively impact your life and the life of a child. From providing a loving home to experiencing the joy of parenthood, you will be inspired by the transformative power of foster adoption. Chapter 3: Creating Forever Families Learn about the importance of creating a sense of permanency for children in foster care and how you can build a strong and loving family through adoption. Chapter 4: Supporting Adoptive Families Explore the various support services available to adoptive families, including counseling, therapy, and support groups. Discover how these resources can help you navigate the challenges of foster adoption. Chapter 5: The Challenges of Foster Adoption This chapter addresses the unique challenges that adoptive families may face, such as managing trauma and behavioral issues. Gain valuable insights and strategies for overcoming these challenges and providing a nurturing environment for your child. Chapter 6: Accessing Post-Adoption Services Discover the post-adoption services available to you and your family, including educational resources, counseling, and support networks. Learn how these services can help you and your child thrive after the adoption is finalized. Chapter 7: Preparing for Foster Adoption Get practical tips and advice on how to prepare yourself and your family for the foster adoption process. From educating yourself about adoption to building a support network, this chapter will guide you every step of the way. Chapter 8: Building a Support Network Learn the importance of building a strong support network of friends, family, and professionals who can provide guidance and assistance throughout your foster adoption journey. Chapter 9: Financial Considerations Understand the financial aspects of foster adoption, including adoption subsidies and funding options. Discover resources that can help alleviate the financial burden of adoption. Chapter 10: Preparing This title is a short read. A Short Read is a type of book that is designed to be read in one quick sitting. These no fluff books are perfect for people who want an overview about a subject in a short period of time. Table of Contents Opening Hearts, Changing Lives: The Beauty of Foster Adoption The Foster Adoption Process The Benefits of Foster Adoption Creating Forever Families Supporting Adoptive Families The Challenges of Foster Adoption Managing Trauma and Behavioral Issues Accessing Post-Adoption Services Preparing for Foster Adoption Educating Yourself and Your Family Building a Support Network Financial Considerations Navigating Adoption Subsidies Exploring Funding Options Preparing Your Home for Foster Adoption Childproofing and Safety Measures Creating a Supportive Space Building Relationships with Birth Families Open Adoption and Contact Agreements Supporting Birth Family Connections Sharing Your Adoption Story Advocacy and Education Supporting Other Families Celebrating Foster Adoption Success Stories Building a Brighter Future Frequently Asked Questions Have Questions / Comments?
Download or read book Open Door Open Hearts written by S. Oliphant and published by Tate Publishing. This book was released on 2011-03 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Foster care is more than what I ever could have imagined it to be. It has been the biggest challenge of my life and, every once in a while, the most gratifying. If I can see just a glimpse of change in any of these boys, it lets me know that I am on the right track. Knowing that I have made a very small difference in these children's lives is better than nothing at all. After watching her own mother struggle with mental illness and a history of abuse, S. Oliphant knew that she wanted to make a difference in the lives of children dealing with those same issues. After working in a residential facility, she finally decided, despite the fact that she was already a single mother, to take in foster children. With love, patience, and the belief that every child deserves a chance, S. Oliphant set out to battle the system and change the lives of children who are often forgotten. With Open Doors, Open Hearts, we really can make the world a better place for these children.
Download or read book A Forever Family written by Rob Scheer and published by Gallery/Jeter Publishing. This book was released on 2019-05-28 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the tradition of The Promise of a Pencil and Kisses from Katie comes an inspirational memoir by the founder of Comfort Cases about his turbulent childhood in the foster care system and the countless obstacles and discrimination he endured in adopting his four children. Rob Scheer never thought that he would be living the life he is now. He’s happily married to his partner and love of his life, he’s the father of four beautiful children, and he’s the founder of an organization that makes life better for thousands of children in the foster care system. But life wasn’t always like this. Growing up in an abusive household before his placement in foster care, Rob had all the odds stacked against him. Kicked out of his foster family’s home within weeks after turning eighteen—with a year left of high school to go—he had to resort to sleeping in his car and in public bathrooms. He suffered from drug addiction and battled with depression, never knowing when his next meal would be or where he would sleep at night. But by true perseverance, he was able to find his own path and achieve his wildest dreams. “A heartwarming, hopeful memoir brimming with humanitarianism and compassion” (Kirkus Reviews), Rob’s story provides a glimpse into what it’s like to grow up in the foster care system, and sheds necessary light on the children who are often treated without dignity. Both a timely call to action and a courageous and candid account of life in the foster care system, A Forever Family ultimately leaves you with one message: one person can make a difference.
Download or read book Called to Care written by Bill Blacquiere and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2019-09-17 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More and more individuals, families, and churches are seeking ways they can respond to the biblical mandate to care for "the least of these." The desire to help children coming from difficult situations is a necessary starting point, but what comes next? You need to know the steps for getting involved and what will truly help. Filled with real-life stories and practical advice, Called to Care starts by helping you honestly assess your motivation to help--sometimes the wrong motivation sets the stage for an unsuccessful experience. From there, the book shows what adoption and foster care really look like in a variety of situations, from domestic and international adoptions to short-term foster care and foster-to-adopt arrangements. Also included is how churches and individuals can minister to refugees. Rounding out this comprehensive yet concise book are tips for assessing your preparedness, how to meet common emotional and physical challenges, and the most effective ways to help families stay together and thrive. Bethany is a global nonprofit that supports children and families with world-class social services, all designed to help families thrive. We believe every child deserves to be loved, connected, and empowered through family.
Download or read book Eyes Wide Open written by Onehope27 and published by . This book was released on 2018-08-14 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "If you are exploring the possibility of getting involved with foster care, or are already involved in this profoundly difficult yet rewarding place, then this book is a must read for you. You'll find the insight, encouragement, and hope you need no matter where you are on your journey." - Jason Johnson, author of "ReFraming Foster Care" and "Everyone Can Do Something" This story is an account about engaging in foster care: how it opened our eyes, our hearts, and changed the way we live our life. We entered foster care in ignorance of a complex system full of people who live and hurt differently than we do. The more time my family and I spent involved with foster care, the more people we met who opened our eyes to the hurt around us. This is a narrative of our journey in foster care, an educational resource, but even more a story of how we learned to see others - how we learned to love.
Download or read book Open Adoption Open Heart written by Russell Elkins and published by . This book was released on 2012-05-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adoption has changed dramatically over the past twenty years; biological parents no longer have to say goodbye to their child forever. Now nearly all adoption agencies promote open adoptions. Open adoption creates the opportunity for a special relationship between the biological parents, the adoptive parents, and the child. Emotionally, this is still largely uncharted territory. Open adoption requires a new approach by all involved, but it also generates invaluable rewards. The supporting relationships of open adoption provide for the better development of the child's psychological and spiritual well-being. Russell Elkins gives valuable insight for making successful open adoption.Open Adoption, Open Heart is the inspiring, true story of Russell and Jammie Elkins heartwarming journey. In this book, Russell offers stories, encouragement, and practical advice about the tensions and triumphs in open adoption. Their experiences take readers deep into the feelings and emotions of adoptive parents, sharing the joys, difficulties, and amazing victories that face adoptive couples. Both adoptive and biological parents need the valuable lessons that Open Adoption, Open Heart will provide.
Download or read book Adopted for Life written by Russell Moore and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this practical book, Moore highlights the importance of adoption for all Christians, encouraging readers to lead the way in adoption and orphan advocacy out of our identity as adopted children of God.
Download or read book The Primal Wound written by Nancy Newton Verrier and published by British Association for Adoption and Fostering (Ba. This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published in 1993, this classic piece of literature on adoption has revolutionised the way people think about adopted children. Nancy Verrier examines the life-long consequences of the 'primal wound' - the wound that is caused when a child is separated from its mother - for adopted people. Her argument is supported by thorough research in pre- and perinatal psychology, attachment, bonding and the effects of loss.
Download or read book We Said Yes written by Stephen Hogue and published by . This book was released on 2020-01-06 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jesus said that to become His disciple, we must deny ourselves, pick up our cross, and follow Him. The word yes is small but very important. Denying ourselves takes a yes. Picking up our cross takes a yes. Following Jesus requires a very big yes. Your yes is powerful. Your yes can change the course of your life. Your yes can change the trajectory of someone else's life. The Lord spoke to Stephen and Sandra Hogue to say yes to hurting, broken, abused, and neglected children. This book chronicles the journey of one family's yes. This is a book about their life: marriage, infertility, and adoption and everything in between! It's a story of hope, faith, and love, where they share their journey of opening their hearts and home to the kids God allowed them to have, love and nurture. Their yes changed the lives of the children in their home and helped them become a catalyst for a foster care and adoption movement in their community and beyond. Join them as they discover that what they thought was an end was only a new beginning to the greater things in God.
Download or read book Foster the Family written by Jamie C. Finn and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2022-02-15 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are great rewards that come along with being a foster parent, yet there are also great challenges that can leave you feeling depleted, alone, and discouraged. The many burdens of a foster parent's day--hurting children, struggling biological parents, and a broken system--are only compounded by the many burdens of a foster parent's heart--confusion, anxiety, heartache, anger, and fear. With the compassion and insight of a fellow foster parent, Jamie C. Finn helps you see your struggles through the lens of the gospel, bringing biblical truths to bear on your unique everyday realities. In these short, easy-to-read chapters, you'll find honest, personal stories and practical lessons that provide encouragement and direction from God's Word as you walk the journey of foster parenting.
Download or read book Stranger Care written by Sarah Sentilles and published by Random House. This book was released on 2021-05-04 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NEW YORK TIMES EDITORS’ CHOICE • “A powerful, heartbreaking, necessary masterpiece.”—Cheryl Strayed, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Wild The moving story of what one woman learned from fostering a newborn—about injustice, about making mistakes, about how to better love and protect people beyond our immediate kin May you always feel at home. After their decision not to have a biological child, Sarah Sentilles and her husband, Eric, decide to adopt via the foster care system. Despite knowing that the system’s goal is the child’s reunification with the birth family, Sarah opens their home to a flurry of social workers who question them, evaluate them, and ultimately prepare them to welcome a child into their lives—even if it means most likely having to give the child back. After years of starts and stops, and endless navigation of the complexities and injustices of the foster care system, a phone call finally comes: a three-day-old baby girl named Coco, in immediate need of a foster family. Sarah and Eric bring this newborn stranger home. “You were never ours,” Sarah tells Coco, “yet we belong to each other.” A love letter to Coco and to the countless children like her, Stranger Care chronicles Sarah’s discovery of what it means to mother—in this case, not just a vulnerable infant but the birth mother who loves her, too. Ultimately, Coco’s story reminds us that we depend on family, and that family can take different forms. With prose that Nick Flynn has called “fearless, stirring, rhythmic,” Sentilles lays bare an intimate, powerful story with universal concerns: How can we care for and protect one another? How do we ensure a more hopeful future for life on this planet? And if we’re all related—tree, bird, star, person—how might we better live?
Download or read book Raising a Secure Child written by Kent Hoffman and published by Guilford Publications. This book was released on 2017-02-03 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Today's parents are constantly pressured to be perfect. But in striving to do everything right, we risk missing what children really need for lifelong emotional security. Now the simple, powerful "Circle of Security" parenting strategies that Kent Hoffman, Glen Cooper, and Bert Powell have taught thousands of families are available in self-help form for the first time.ÿ You will learn:ÿ *How to balance nurturing and protectiveness with promoting your child's independence.ÿ *What emotional needs a toddler or older child may be expressing through difficult behavior. *How your own upbringing affects your parenting style--and what you can do about it.ÿ Filled with vivid stories and unique practical tools, this book puts the keys to healthy attachment within everyone's reach--self-understanding, flexibility, and the willingness to make and learn from mistakes. Self-assessment checklists can be downloaded and printed for ease of use.
Download or read book Love What Matters written by LoveWhatMatters and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-05-02 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the bestselling tradition of The Five People You Meet in Heaven and Humans of New York comes a collection of authentic, emotional, and inspiring stories about life’s most important moments, as curated by the editors at Love What Matters. “90% of the reads bring me to tears. I just can't believe the love this world truly has when all we see is hate. This is so uplifting.” —Shelsea Where do you go when you want to feel inspired? When you want to forget about the divisiveness and the anger? For over five million people, that place is Love What Matters, a digital platform dedicated to finding and sharing the daily moments of kindness, compassion, and love that so often go overlooked. This curated collection of powerful stories features first person accounts and photographs that perfectly capture each moment: A husband learning he’s about to be a dad. A new mom embracing her body. A cashier inadvertently teaching a young girl a lesson about patience. A bagel from a stranger that saved a homeless man’s life. From long overdue adoptions to military heroes returning home; from a fireman’s touching 9/11 tribute to what an old dinner plate found at a bake sale can teach us all about life—these are the moments that matter. They are genuine. Authentic. Raw. And they are perfect in their imperfection—just like all of us. You will no doubt experience goosebumps and tears, but this mosaic of life’s moments will leave you with something even more profound: a reminder that, in the end, love always wins. “This really is the best page on Facebook. It renews your love of humanity. There are still good people. We need more reports of acts of kindness.” —Johnny
Download or read book Parent on Purpose written by Amy Carney and published by . This book was released on 2018-10-10 with total page 119 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Amy Carney talks straight about the problems parents face when it comes to raising a child in today's complicated world and then shares practical advice, solutions and strategies on how to better connect family values with your behaviors, attitudes, and decisions while simultaneously preparing your son or daughter for adulthood. In this book, you'll learn how to better: LEAD: Embrace your parental authority. LOVE: Cultivate a strong and connected family culture. LAUNCH: Prepare your child for adulthood"--Amazon.com.
Download or read book The Surprising Benefits of Adoption written by Aurora Brooks and published by BabyDreamers.net. This book was released on 101-01-01 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Surprising Benefits of Adoption is a short read book that explores the numerous advantages of adopting a child. This book delves into the emotional, personal, and societal benefits that come with adoption. Whether you are considering adoption or simply curious about its impact, this book will provide you with valuable insights and information. Table of Contents: 1. Building Stronger Bonds: Adoption is a unique experience that can strengthen the bonds between family members. Discover how adoption can bring families closer together and create lifelong connections. 2. Expanding Your Family: Adoption offers the opportunity to expand your family and welcome a child into your home. Learn about the joy and fulfillment that comes with adding a new member to your family through adoption. 3. Unconditional Love: Discover the unconditional love that adoptive parents and children share. Explore the deep emotional connections that are formed through the adoption process. 4. Personal Growth and Transformation: Adoption is not only a life-changing experience for the child, but also for the adoptive parents. Explore how adoption can lead to personal growth, self-discovery, and transformation. 5. Providing Stability and Security: Adoption provides children with the stability and security they need to thrive. Learn about the positive impact adoption can have on a child's life and future. 6. Emotional Fulfillment: Experience the emotional fulfillment that comes with providing a loving home to a child in need. Discover the joy and happiness that adoption can bring to both the child and the adoptive parents. 7. Making a Difference: By choosing adoption, you have the power to make a difference in a child's life. Learn about the profound impact you can have on a child's future by choosing to adopt. 8. Creating a Diverse Family: Adoption allows families to embrace diversity and create a multicultural and inclusive environment. Explore the beauty of creating a diverse family through adoption. 9. Providing a Second Chance: Adoption offers children a second chance at life and a loving family. Discover the transformative power of giving a child a fresh start through adoption. 10. Creating a Lasting Legacy: Adoption allows families to create a lasting legacy of love, compassion, and support. Learn how adoption can leave a lasting impact on future generations. 11. Frequently Asked Questions: Find answers to common questions about the adoption process, legalities, and emotional aspects of adoption. 12. Have Questions / Comments?: Connect with the author to share your thoughts, ask questions, or seek further guidance on adoption. In addition, when you purchase The Surprising This title is a short read. A Short Read is a type of book that is designed to be read in one quick sitting. These no fluff books are perfect for people who want an overview about a subject in a short period of time. Table of Contents The Surprising Benefits of Adoption Building Stronger Bonds Expanding Your Family Unconditional Love Personal Growth and Transformation Providing Stability and Security Emotional Fulfillment Making a Difference Creating a Diverse Family Providing a Second Chance Creating a Lasting Legacy Frequently Asked Questions Have Questions / Comments?
Download or read book Carried in Our Hearts written by Jane Aronson and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-04-18 with total page 261 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "My mommy didn't carry me in her tummy, she carried me in her heart." Bailey, a 5-years old who was adopted from China. Her story is included in this book. According to People magazine, parents from all over the country seek adoption expert and Worldwide Orphans Foundation founder Dr. Jane Aronson’s help “as if consulting a master detective.” Angelina Jolie praised Dr. Aronson’s “drive and ambition to help children dream” (Elle). Indeed, over the course of the past three decades, Dr. Aronson has touched the lives of thousands of adopted children from around the world and in this inspiring book she presents moving first-person testimonies from parents (and a few children themselves) whose lives have been blessed by adoption. Divided into thematic sections—such as "The Decision," "The Journey," and "The Moment We Met")—each prefaced by Dr. Aronson, this book introduces readers to Claude Knobler, a writer from Los Angeles whose journey to Ethiopia to adopt his son led to an unexpectedly moving encounter with the boy’s courageous birthmother; actor Mary Louise-Parker whose older adopted son’s bond with her newly adopted baby daughter was deep and unwavering from the instant the two children met; and Lynn Danzker, an entrepreneur who set off alone to adopt her son, Cole, and in the process, met and married her husband. The authors of these testimonies range from doctors to filmmakers, from financial consultants to celebrities—all of them bound by their moving and transformative experience as adoptive parents.
Download or read book Reframing Foster Care Filtering Your Foster Parenting Journey Through the Lens of the Gospel written by Jason Johnson and published by Credo House Publishers. This book was released on 2018-01-15 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Foster parents face a unique set of circumstances and experience a wide array of emotions that few can relate to. Their journey is one of equal parts beauty and brokenness, joy and heartache, excitement and exhaustion. There is no textbook on how to be a foster parent, no formula, no simple three-step guide. But there is hope-in God's capacity to bring great beauty out of tragic brokenness. This is the gospel-the lens through which you can filter your foster parenting journey and ultimately find the strength, motivation, and courage you need to be sustained along the way. ReFraming Foster Care is a collection of reflections on the foster parenting journey designed to help you do just that-find hope-and to remind you that your work is worth it and you are not alone. This multi-faceted book can be read alone or used as a group support resource. Every chapter includes: Personal reflection questions Group discussion guides Plan of action exercises Real-life stories Inspirational quotes Whether your foster parenting journey has just begun or you've been on the road for quite some time, we pray this book can encourage, challenge, and inspire you along the way. For bulk orders of 10 or more books, visit www.reframingfostercare.com. Discounts apply.
