Who are foster parents?
Learn the truth about common foster parent myths. Erika, a current foster parent, shares the challenges and rewards.
Being a foster parent requires compassion for children and their families. This nine-minute video dispels myths about who can be a foster parent and gives a brief overview of the home study and licensing process. You’ll hear from Erika, a foster parent currently caring for four boys. She shares what inspired her to get involved, how she interacts with her caseworker, and the challenges and rewards she’s experienced along the way. Learn how to become a foster parent at Bethany.org/FosterSeries.
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