<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Adoption.com News</title><link>http://news.adoption.com</link><description>Adoption.com News</description><language>en-us</language><pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2013 04:20:28 +0000</pubDate><lastBuildDate>Thu, 23 May 2013 04:20:28 +0000</lastBuildDate><ttl>60</ttl><item><title>May is National Foster Care Month</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/may-is-national-foster-care-month-5</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2013 16:51:35 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/may-is-national-foster-care-month-5</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[Each May, National Foster Care Month provides an opportunity to shine a light on the experiences of the more than 400,000 children and youth in the foster care system. -Ukiah Daily Journal Staff]]></description></item><item><title>Bill would give foster families money for mental health care</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/bill-would-give-foster-families-money-for-mental-health-care-1</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2013 16:39:57 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/bill-would-give-foster-families-money-for-mental-health-care-1</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[Adoptive parents and their kids would get additional state help paying for mental-health treatment under a bill that won unanimous approval Tuesday in the Senate Appropriations Committee. -By Mary K. Reinhart, The Republic/azcentral.com]]></description></item><item><title>Colorado Supreme Court: Foster parents shouldn't be limited in hearing</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/colorado-supreme-court-foster-parents-shouldnt-be-limited-in-hearing</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2013 16:34:11 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/colorado-supreme-court-foster-parents-shouldnt-be-limited-in-hearing</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[The Colorado Supreme Court has ruled that there should be no limit on foster parents' participation in hearings that can lead to the termination of the parental rights of biological parents. -By Tom McGhee, The Denver Post]]></description></item><item><title>Foster grandparents helping children</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-grandparents-helping-children</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jan 2013 20:34:44 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-grandparents-helping-children</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[Program participants regularly visit schools and work one-on-one with children that have needs. One grandparent can be paired with up to five or six children at a time. -By Han Cheung/Rawlins Daily Times]]></description></item><item><title>Treehouse Foundation Founder Judy Cockerton receives AARP $100,000 Purpose Prize</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/treehouse-foundation-founder-judy-cockerton-receives-aarp-100-000-purpose-prize</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2012 18:38:52 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/treehouse-foundation-founder-judy-cockerton-receives-aarp-100-000-purpose-prize</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[Treehouse Easthampton is a planned community of adoptive families, children and elders all focused on supporting families who adopt or provide foster homes from the public system. -By Diane Lederman/The Republican]]></description></item><item><title>A permanent home for the holidays through adoption</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/a-permanent-home-for-the-holidays-through-adoption</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2012 18:24:13 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/a-permanent-home-for-the-holidays-through-adoption</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[Although many children will be asking Santa for a family, one family received their present early. -By Ashley N. Johnson/Pittsburgh Courier]]></description></item><item><title>Thinking of Fostering or Adopting?</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/thinking-of-fostering-or-adopting</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2012 16:50:57 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/thinking-of-fostering-or-adopting</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services' Administration for Children & Families, over 107,000 children in the foster care system are available to be adopted. Source: Bilerico Project]]></description></item><item><title>Phoenix area Open Houses Used to Scout Foster Homes</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/phoenix-area-open-houses-used-to-scout-foster-homes-1</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Sep 2012 20:09:28 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/phoenix-area-open-houses-used-to-scout-foster-homes-1</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[Arizona foster-care and adoption agencies face a difficult task each day: recruiting and maintaining families for more than 13,000 children in the state's foster system. -by Stephanie Russo/The Republic|azcentral.com]]></description></item><item><title>Foster mom earns her 'angel' wings</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-mom-earns-her-angel-wings</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Sep 2012 19:26:49 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-mom-earns-her-angel-wings</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[U.S. Rep. Charlie Gonzalez nominated LeClair Reaves for recognition by the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute, whose Angels in Adoption program annually honors constituents who aid or advocate for foster children and orphans. -San Antonio Express-News]]></description></item><item><title>Newton, Rockdale foster parent authors book on experiences</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/newton-rockdale-foster-parent-authors-book-on-experiences</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 2012 20:43:26 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/newton-rockdale-foster-parent-authors-book-on-experiences</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[After completing his doctoral dissertation on the challenges foster children face in public schools, John DeGarmo decided to commit his story to print, writing, "Fostering Love: One Foster Parent's Journey." -Chris Starrs|Rockdale Citizen]]></description></item><item><title>David Cameron announces "Foster to Adopt" plans</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/david-cameron-announces-foster-to-adopt-plans</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jul 2012 18:06:31 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/david-cameron-announces-foster-to-adopt-plans</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[The Prime Minister has announced plans to encourage councils to place new-born babies with potential adopters. -The Information Daily]]></description></item><item><title>New foster care initiative focuses on success of children</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/new-foster-care-initiative-focuses-on-success-of-children</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jun 2012 20:36:21 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/new-foster-care-initiative-focuses-on-success-of-children</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[The Florida Department of Children and Families kicked off a new foster parent initiative in collaboration with 18 community-based care agencies across the state. -WTXL ABC 27]]></description></item><item><title>May is National Foster Care Month</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/may-is-national-foster-care-month-3</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 17:46:46 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/may-is-national-foster-care-month-3</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[Every day, hundreds of families provide loving, stable homes for children in our foster care system, one child at a time. -Lisa Van De Hey, The Gridley Herald]]></description></item><item><title>National Foster Care Month</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/national-foster-care-month-3</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 18:09:08 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/national-foster-care-month-3</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[May is a time when the experiences of the children and youth in the foster care system, are brought to the forefront and awareness is raised concerning the needs of these children.]]></description></item><item><title>For her, every day is Mother's Day</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/for-her-every-day-is-mothers-day</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 18:00:26 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/for-her-every-day-is-mothers-day</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[When Mother’s Day dawns on Sunday, Laura Hooker-Jackson will have many reasons to celebrate. -Gail T. Boatman, Burlington County Times]]></description></item><item><title>May is Foster Care Awareness Month</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/may-is-foster-care-awareness-month</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 18:13:44 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/may-is-foster-care-awareness-month</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[This month, the Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services in Kansas is spotlighting the needs of the more than 5,000 children in state custody. -The Emporia Gazette]]></description></item><item><title>Foster family cares for 160 kids in 28 years</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-family-cares-for-160-kids-in-28-years-1</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2012 21:15:27 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-family-cares-for-160-kids-in-28-years-1</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[They've been with Arizona's Child Protective Services through dozens of administrators, five governors and at least four child-welfare-reform efforts. -Mary K. Reinhart, The Arizona Republic]]></description></item><item><title>Phoenix foster care Crisis Nursery finds stories of success</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/phoenix-foster-care-crisis-nursery-finds-stories-of-success</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 19:22:15 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/phoenix-foster-care-crisis-nursery-finds-stories-of-success</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[Jamie Ramos adopted Lily through Crisis Nursery, which is celebrating 35 years of service. Ramos says the organization helped her prepare to be a foster-care parent. She and her husband are adopting two other kids they've been fostering.]]></description></item><item><title>Foster adoption programs expand families</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-adoption-programs-expand-families</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2012 18:21:35 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-adoption-programs-expand-families</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[Little Nikko's journey to a loving home.]]></description></item><item><title>May is National Foster Care Month</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/may-is-national-foster-care-month-2</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:51:21 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/may-is-national-foster-care-month-2</guid><author>AdminFA</author><description><![CDATA[May is recognized across the country as National Foster Care Month, a time to honor America's foster families.  - Courier/Journal]]></description></item><item><title>Gov. Corbett's 'Fostering Connections' Proposal Can Benefit Pennsylvania's Foster Youth and Taxpayers - PR Newswire - sacbee.com</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/gov-corbetts-fostering-connections-proposal-can-benefit-pennsylvanias-foster-youth-and-taxpayers-pr-newswire-sacbeecom</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2012 20:59:42 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/gov-corbetts-fostering-connections-proposal-can-benefit-pennsylvanias-foster-youth-and-taxpayers-pr-newswire-sacbeecom</guid><author>Administrator</author><description><![CDATA[Gov Corbett's proposal encourages more adoptions or legal guardianship by giving additional subsidies for foster kids between the ages of 18 and 21.  This would be a significant advantage for kids who would normally age out of the system.]]></description></item><item><title>Barb, Wayne Dyer named foster parents of the year - Peterborough Examiner - Ontario, CA</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/barb-wayne-dyer-named-foster-parents-of-the-year-peterborough-examiner-ontario-ca</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:56:03 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/barb-wayne-dyer-named-foster-parents-of-the-year-peterborough-examiner-ontario-ca</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Instead of adopting one child, the Dyers have cared for more than 150 over four decades.]]></description></item><item><title>A nest refilled - Henrico Citizen</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/a-nest-refilled-henrico-citizen</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:56:03 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/a-nest-refilled-henrico-citizen</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The Murrays keep in touch with former foster children all over the country.]]></description></item><item><title>Giving a child a sense of belonging - Brattleboro Reformer</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/giving-a-child-a-sense-of-belonging-brattleboro-reformer</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:56:03 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/giving-a-child-a-sense-of-belonging-brattleboro-reformer</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[As a family recruiter, it’s Colburn’s job to go out and look for foster parents who are both patient and understanding.]]></description></item><item><title>Dorset foster care appeal: Couple's pride (From Bournemouth Echo)</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/dorset-foster-care-appeal-couples-pride-from-bournemouth-echo</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 23:16:16 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/dorset-foster-care-appeal-couples-pride-from-bournemouth-echo</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The couple initially specified that they wanted children in the five to 12 age group.]]></description></item><item><title>Edinburgh foster mum works selflessly with babies withdrawing from substance abuse | Features | Edinburgh | STV</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/edinburgh-foster-mum-works-selflessly-with-babies-withdrawing-from-substance-abuse-features-edinburgh-stv</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 22:22:14 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/edinburgh-foster-mum-works-selflessly-with-babies-withdrawing-from-substance-abuse-features-edinburgh-stv</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Most of the children that Julie cares for go up for adoption and a small percentage return to their parents.]]></description></item><item><title>Long-serving foster carers are honoured - Local News - Clitheroe Advertiser and Times</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/long-serving-foster-carers-are-honoured-local-news-clitheroe-advertiser-and-times</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 22:22:14 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/long-serving-foster-carers-are-honoured-local-news-clitheroe-advertiser-and-times</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Diane first began caring for children within her own family and this triggered a desire to continue making a difference within the wider community.]]></description></item><item><title>BBC News - Bradford foster carer's 'happiest time'</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/bbc-news-bradford-foster-carers-happiest-time</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:07:35 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/bbc-news-bradford-foster-carers-happiest-time</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Mrs Richards said fostering had been a hugely rewarding experience.]]></description></item><item><title>Foster, Adoptive Parents Honored</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-adoptive-parents-honored</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:07:35 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-adoptive-parents-honored</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Margaret Alexander of the Oine community became a foster parent in 1994 after her children grew up and left home.]]></description></item><item><title>The Alvin Sun Advertiser Online &gt; News &gt; Helping raise 200 kids</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/the-alvin-sun-advertiser-online-news-helping-raise-200-kids</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 20:05:52 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/the-alvin-sun-advertiser-online-news-helping-raise-200-kids</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[One of the boys that the Moore's had in their home came to them when he was only 15 months old.]]></description></item><item><title>More parents needed for foster children throughout Oakland County – The Oakland Press - San Francisco Luxury Living | San Francisco Luxury Living</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/more-parents-needed-for-foster-children-throughout-oakland-county-the-oakland-press-san-francisco-luxury-living-san-francisco-luxury-living</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 20:05:52 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/more-parents-needed-for-foster-children-throughout-oakland-county-the-oakland-press-san-francisco-luxury-living-san-francisco-luxury-living</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA["There is no greater gift than to provide that love to a child who needs it so desperately" says Judy Wright.]]></description></item><item><title>BBC News - Adoptive parents talk of baby joy after wait</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/bbc-news-adoptive-parents-talk-of-baby-joy-after-wait</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 20:05:52 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/bbc-news-adoptive-parents-talk-of-baby-joy-after-wait</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[After a five-day introduction and a careful process of settling in, Kate and Rob brought Ruby, then aged four months, home.]]></description></item><item><title>Empty nest, but full home</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/empty-nest-but-full-home</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 18:00:34 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/empty-nest-but-full-home</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Over the past three years, the Kempers have been foster parents to four children.]]></description></item><item><title>BBC News - David Cameron thanks 'amazing' Somerset foster parent</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/bbc-news-david-cameron-thanks-amazing-somerset-foster-parent</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 20:10:11 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/bbc-news-david-cameron-thanks-amazing-somerset-foster-parent</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Mrs Roberts, who is currently fostering a two-year-old at home and is waiting to take care of another baby said fostering gave her "a lot of enjoyment".]]></description></item><item><title>Orlando woman was a foster parent to about 400 children. - Orlando Sentinel</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/orlando-woman-was-a-foster-parent-to-about-400-children-orlando-sentinel</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 17:15:51 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/orlando-woman-was-a-foster-parent-to-about-400-children-orlando-sentinel</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[When the kids left the home, Dorothy made sure they had extra clothes in their backpacks and money in their pockets.]]></description></item><item><title>Robstown woman cares for foster child born to drug addiction  » Corpus Christi Caller-Times</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/robstown-woman-cares-for-foster-child-born-to-drug-addiction-corpus-christi-caller-times</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 17:15:51 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/robstown-woman-cares-for-foster-child-born-to-drug-addiction-corpus-christi-caller-times</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[When Lily was approached by CPS officials to be a foster parent to Tommy she wasn't sure if it was something she could handle.]]></description></item><item><title>Sheriff and wife became foster parents to help the unwanted kids - Omaha.com</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/sheriff-and-wife-became-foster-parents-to-help-the-unwanted-kids-omahacom</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:38:04 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/sheriff-and-wife-became-foster-parents-to-help-the-unwanted-kids-omahacom</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The couple strive to give the kids a stable home, safety and love. Otherwise, they cooperate with case workers to reunite the children with their biological parents.]]></description></item><item><title>No matter how long they stay, foster kids are Fribleys forever - Massillon, OH - The Independent</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/no-matter-how-long-they-stay-foster-kids-are-fribleys-forever-massillon-oh-the-independent</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Nov 2011 20:52:48 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/no-matter-how-long-they-stay-foster-kids-are-fribleys-forever-massillon-oh-the-independent</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Helping some of those children, and the community as a whole, is the couple’s legacy, Greg said.]]></description></item><item><title>The Eagle Eye - Mission High School - Act of Love, teacher offers foster children open heart and warm home</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/the-eagle-eye-mission-high-school-act-of-love-teacher-offers-foster-children-open-heart-and-warm-home</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2011 19:16:46 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/the-eagle-eye-mission-high-school-act-of-love-teacher-offers-foster-children-open-heart-and-warm-home</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Foster care is just a stepping stone for Anzaldua and her husband who look forward to adopting in the future.]]></description></item><item><title>Fourth family saves child's life - China.org.cn</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/fourth-family-saves-childs-life-chinaorgcn</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 22:10:37 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/fourth-family-saves-childs-life-chinaorgcn</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Taking responsibility for the child, the couple began a long quest to seek medical treatment.]]></description></item><item><title>Families to share stories of foster care adoptions at Heart ... - Bakersfield.com</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/families-to-share-stories-of-foster-care-adoptions-at-heart-bakersfieldcom</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 22:10:37 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/families-to-share-stories-of-foster-care-adoptions-at-heart-bakersfieldcom</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The Osenbaughs hope that by sharing their experiences, they can ease some of the reservations people have about adopting via foster care.]]></description></item><item><title>Baby girl gets unselfish love from foster family, liver donor - News - ReviewJournal.com</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/baby-girl-gets-unselfish-love-from-foster-family-liver-donor-news-reviewjournalcom</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2011 16:55:22 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/baby-girl-gets-unselfish-love-from-foster-family-liver-donor-news-reviewjournalcom</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The Kings still make frequent trips to the doctor with the baby girl to make sure she is progressing as she should.]]></description></item><item><title>Foster parenting a rewarding, complex life</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-parenting-a-rewarding-complex-life</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2011 16:55:22 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-parenting-a-rewarding-complex-life</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[It's important for foster parents to be non-judgmental while providing the incoming child with a fairly strongly structured life.]]></description></item><item><title>Pride of Britain Awards 2011: Special Recognition for Julie Coghill for fostering babies born addicted to drugs - mirror.co.uk</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/pride-of-britain-awards-2011-special-recognition-for-julie-coghill-for-fostering-babies-born-addicted-to-drugs-mirrorcouk</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2011 21:09:25 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/pride-of-britain-awards-2011-special-recognition-for-julie-coghill-for-fostering-babies-born-addicted-to-drugs-mirrorcouk</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Julie started fostering after responding to an ad in a local newspaper.]]></description></item><item><title>For Bill Clinton aide, foster mother's her chief role</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/for-bill-clinton-aide-foster-mothers-her-chief-role</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2011 21:09:25 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/for-bill-clinton-aide-foster-mothers-her-chief-role</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Over the past several years, Graham, 38, has served as a foster mother to eight city kids.]]></description></item><item><title>TheRecord - Foster parents foster new hope</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/therecord-foster-parents-foster-new-hope</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 16:45:57 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/therecord-foster-parents-foster-new-hope</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Foster parents can be young parents with families or retired grandparents. They don’t need any parenting experience.]]></description></item><item><title>Elmira Independent - Fostering love in Wallenstein</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/elmira-independent-fostering-love-in-wallenstein</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 16:45:57 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/elmira-independent-fostering-love-in-wallenstein</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The Baumans have taken advantage of support groups, meeting with other foster families to gain wisdom from the experiences of others.]]></description></item><item><title>Businessman fosters culture of foster parenting - The Philippine Star Â» News Â» News Feature</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/businessman-fosters-culture-of-foster-parenting-the-philippine-star-news-news-feature</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 19:05:54 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/businessman-fosters-culture-of-foster-parenting-the-philippine-star-news-news-feature</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Albert, 61, and wife Maricris, 41, have taken in five foster children over the last eight years, one of whom they adopted.]]></description></item><item><title>Have you ever considered fostering a child? - Community News - Luton Today</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/have-you-ever-considered-fostering-a-child-community-news-luton-today</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 19:05:54 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/have-you-ever-considered-fostering-a-child-community-news-luton-today</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[You could be on hand to give a child a stable home in an emergency, have a child placed with you for a few days or weeks.]]></description></item><item><title>Foster parents needed | foster, parents, taken - KFDM-TV Channel Six</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-parents-needed-foster-parents-taken-kfdm-tv-channel-six</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 19:05:54 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-parents-needed-foster-parents-taken-kfdm-tv-channel-six</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[To find loving homes, many children have to be sent to other parts of the state.]]></description></item><item><title>'Angels in Adoption' - Black Hills Pioneer: Local News</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/angels-in-adoption-black-hills-pioneer-local-news</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2011 22:05:54 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/angels-in-adoption-black-hills-pioneer-local-news</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Sen. Tim Johnson, D-S.D., selected the Boesems as the state's 2011 Angels in Adoption honorees.]]></description></item><item><title>State in need of more Latino foster parents</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/state-in-need-of-more-latino-foster-parents</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2011 22:05:54 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/state-in-need-of-more-latino-foster-parents</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[When Latinos do know of the program, they are receptive to taking children into their homes.]]></description></item><item><title>Windsor woman is single-minded for children - Local News - News - Caulfield Glen Eira Leader</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/windsor-woman-is-single-minded-for-children-local-news-news-caulfield-glen-eira-leader-1</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2011 22:05:54 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/windsor-woman-is-single-minded-for-children-local-news-news-caulfield-glen-eira-leader-1</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Returning to Australia “a different person”, Susan  began to foster children while continuing to raise her own brood of six as a single mother.]]></description></item><item><title>Welcome to a house full of love - Lifestyle - lep.co.uk</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/welcome-to-a-house-full-of-love-lifestyle-lepcouk</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2011 22:05:54 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/welcome-to-a-house-full-of-love-lifestyle-lepcouk</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Karen and Keith went on the Skills To Foster course and became foster carers in February this year.]]></description></item><item><title>Dale Moss | Parenting the Marine way | The Courier-Journal | courier-journal.com</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/dale-moss-parenting-the-marine-way-the-courier-journal-courier-journalcom</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 20:37:56 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/dale-moss-parenting-the-marine-way-the-courier-journal-courier-journalcom</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Walls has had at least 15 foster children, of various ages from struggling families.]]></description></item><item><title>'You only get one go at life, and I wanted to help as many children as possible' - Lifestyle - lep.co.uk</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/you-only-get-one-go-at-life-and-i-wanted-to-help-as-many-children-as-possible-lifestyle-lepcouk</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 20:37:56 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/you-only-get-one-go-at-life-and-i-wanted-to-help-as-many-children-as-possible-lifestyle-lepcouk</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Rebekah is currently fostering her first child – a three-month-old baby girl.]]></description></item><item><title>Newly-formed Orem family touts need for more Latino foster parents | Deseret News</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/newly-formed-orem-family-touts-need-for-more-latino-foster-parents-deseret-news-1</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 20:37:56 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/newly-formed-orem-family-touts-need-for-more-latino-foster-parents-deseret-news-1</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Statewide, just 6 percent of the available pool of foster parents are Latino.]]></description></item><item><title>Longview family to be honored by adoption institute  - Longview News-Journal: Local News</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/longview-family-to-be-honored-by-adoption-institute-longview-news-journal-local-news</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2011 20:38:35 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/longview-family-to-be-honored-by-adoption-institute-longview-news-journal-local-news</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The Curfman family is living proof that foster families who choose to be in foster-to-adopt programs don’t always have to say goodbye to every child placed in their home.]]></description></item><item><title>Adoption award - MariettaTimes.com | News, Sports, Jobs, Ohio, Community Information - The Marietta Times</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/adoption-award-mariettatimescom-news-sports-jobs-ohio-community-information-the-marietta-times</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2011 21:02:23 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/adoption-award-mariettatimescom-news-sports-jobs-ohio-community-information-the-marietta-times</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Over the next few years the family would take in at least seven other foster children.]]></description></item><item><title>Foster a bright future - The West Australian</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-a-bright-future-the-west-australian</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 19:52:55 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-a-bright-future-the-west-australian</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Some of the children the Pritchard's have cared for have been orphaned by car accidents while others have lost their parents to alcohol or substance abuse.]]></description></item><item><title>Cinnamons honored for fostering - NewsandSentinel.com | News, Sports, Jobs, Community Information - Parkersburg News and Sentinel</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/cinnamons-honored-for-fostering-newsandsentinelcom-news-sports-jobs-community-information-parkersburg-news-and-sentinel</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 19:52:55 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/cinnamons-honored-for-fostering-newsandsentinelcom-news-sports-jobs-community-information-parkersburg-news-and-sentinel</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[When the couple found out several years ago that they couldn't have children of their own, they decided to become foster parents.]]></description></item><item><title>Extended family a labour of love - Local News - News - General - Brimbank Weekly</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/extended-family-a-labour-of-love-local-news-news-general-brimbank-weekly</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 19:52:55 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/extended-family-a-labour-of-love-local-news-news-general-brimbank-weekly</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Twenty-three years and 227 children later, they are still sharing their hearts and home with children in need.]]></description></item><item><title>Mum to 50 wouldn't change a thing | Sunshine Coast News | Local News in Sunshine Coast | Sunshine Coast Daily</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/mum-to-50-wouldnt-change-a-thing-sunshine-coast-news-local-news-in-sunshine-coast-sunshine-coast-daily</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2011 17:22:26 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/mum-to-50-wouldnt-change-a-thing-sunshine-coast-news-local-news-in-sunshine-coast-sunshine-coast-daily</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Ms Green said foster children were no more or less perfect than one's own children.]]></description></item><item><title>OPENING THEIR HEARTS</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/opening-their-hearts</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2011 20:01:48 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/opening-their-hearts</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The first children to walk into their home were 4-year-old twin boys who were picked up the same night they left their home.]]></description></item><item><title>'Foster grandparents'  give helping hand, extra attention to help children succeed | KyForward.com</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-grandparents-give-helping-hand-extra-attention-to-help-children-succeed-kyforwardcom</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2011 22:53:04 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-grandparents-give-helping-hand-extra-attention-to-help-children-succeed-kyforwardcom</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[In 2010, 47 foster grandparents volunteered at local Child Development Center and served 35, 208 hours.]]></description></item><item><title>Foster mom to 135 children always ready with a mop - AltoonaMirror.com - Altoona, PA | News, Sports, Jobs, Community Information - The Altoona Mirror</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-mom-to-135-children-always-ready-with-a-mop-altoonamirrorcom-altoona-pa-news-sports-jobs-community-information-the-altoona-mirror</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2011 23:03:39 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-mom-to-135-children-always-ready-with-a-mop-altoonamirrorcom-altoona-pa-news-sports-jobs-community-information-the-altoona-mirror</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Foster parents receive stipends, but Dempsie laughed when asked if it was enough to cover the bills.]]></description></item><item><title>Pam Lawrence has fostered 227 children over 23 years |			Herald Sun</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/pam-lawrence-has-fostered-227-children-over-23-years-herald-sun</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 18:30:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/pam-lawrence-has-fostered-227-children-over-23-years-herald-sun</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The couple took in their first foster child on the day they were approved to be carers in October 1988.]]></description></item><item><title>'We are a family'- sandmountainreporter.com: Local News</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/we-are-a-family-sandmountainreportercom-local-news</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 18:30:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/we-are-a-family-sandmountainreportercom-local-news</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The couple said desire, tolerance and love for people are the keys to being a good foster parent.]]></description></item><item><title>Joys of foster parenting | Stuff.co.nz</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/joys-of-foster-parenting-stuffconz</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:19:19 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/joys-of-foster-parenting-stuffconz</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Carers provide a safe, secure home life for a child for anything from a few days to several years.]]></description></item><item><title>Brooklyn supermom gave her best to 85 foster kids through Little Flower Children and Family Services</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/brooklyn-supermom-gave-her-best-to-85-foster-kids-through-little-flower-children-and-family-services</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:19:19 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/brooklyn-supermom-gave-her-best-to-85-foster-kids-through-little-flower-children-and-family-services</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Axson, 67, has raised more than 85 foster children in her Ocean Hill Houses, Brooklyn, home since 1988 - even adopting three boys.]]></description></item><item><title>East Haddam family adopts third biological sibling (video) - The Middletown Press : Serving Middletown, CT</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/east-haddam-family-adopts-third-biological-sibling-video-the-middletown-press-serving-middletown-ct</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 22:51:31 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/east-haddam-family-adopts-third-biological-sibling-video-the-middletown-press-serving-middletown-ct</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Holly said they did a legal risk adoption, which allows parents looking to adopt an opportunity to have a child temporally.]]></description></item><item><title>Milton Family Opens Home to Kids in Need - Milton, MA Patch</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/milton-family-opens-home-to-kids-in-need-milton-ma-patch</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 23:17:16 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/milton-family-opens-home-to-kids-in-need-milton-ma-patch</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[There are a lot of children in Massachusetts that need help, and they really need more foster parents.]]></description></item><item><title>Therapeutic foster parents provide extra care | Tulsa World</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/therapeutic-foster-parents-provide-extra-care-tulsa-world</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 22:47:30 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/therapeutic-foster-parents-provide-extra-care-tulsa-world</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The parents also meet once a month for group training after they've brought the children into their homes.]]></description></item><item><title>PATRICK'S PEOPLE: Ron and Lucretia Morey have been foster parents for 28 years - Pittsburg, KS - Morning Sun</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/patricks-people-ron-and-lucretia-morey-have-been-foster-parents-for-28-years-pittsburg-ks-morning-sun</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 15:48:22 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/patricks-people-ron-and-lucretia-morey-have-been-foster-parents-for-28-years-pittsburg-ks-morning-sun</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The couple became involved with foster care when Mrs. Morey decided to quit teaching and stay home.]]></description></item><item><title>Woman opened home and heart to children - Herald News</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/woman-opened-home-and-heart-to-children-herald-news</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 15:48:22 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/woman-opened-home-and-heart-to-children-herald-news</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Sometimes Yvonne cared for four children at a time and eventually adopted one of the children now 50 years old.]]></description></item><item><title>TODAYonline | Singapore | MCYS conducts counselling, training for parents reunited with children</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/todayonline-singapore-mcys-conducts-counselling-training-for-parents-reunited-with-children</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2011 21:28:59 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/todayonline-singapore-mcys-conducts-counselling-training-for-parents-reunited-with-children</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The MCYS said it will continue to review how to strengthen the support for foster parents in different areas.]]></description></item><item><title>Utah County father of 5, foster dad to 3 wins yearly award from statewide nonprofit</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/utah-county-father-of-5-foster-dad-to-3-wins-yearly-award-from-statewide-nonprofit</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 22:19:48 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/utah-county-father-of-5-foster-dad-to-3-wins-yearly-award-from-statewide-nonprofit</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The Broughs decided to become foster parents about 12 years ago.]]></description></item><item><title>Foster parents of Stanislaus County teens make impact - Turlock - Modbee.com</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-parents-of-stanislaus-county-teens-make-impact-turlock-modbeecom</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2011 21:09:56 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-parents-of-stanislaus-county-teens-make-impact-turlock-modbeecom</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Harlan hears from her foster children long after they come of age.]]></description></item><item><title>New Orleans dad finds his calling in foster fatherhood | 						NOLA.com</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/new-orleans-dad-finds-his-calling-in-foster-fatherhood-nolacom</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 19:49:42 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/new-orleans-dad-finds-his-calling-in-foster-fatherhood-nolacom</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Over the years, other foster children have gone back to their families, but most kept in touch.]]></description></item><item><title>Why fostering 81 babies was never a chore for couple (From Echo)</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/why-fostering-81-babies-was-never-a-chore-for-couple-from-echo</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 20:37:32 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/why-fostering-81-babies-was-never-a-chore-for-couple-from-echo</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The couple, who have two children of their own, John, 41, and Karyn, 38, decided to become carers after meeting another foster family.]]></description></item><item><title>Couple preparing to welcome 72nd foster child – This Just In - CNN.com Blogs</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/couple-preparing-to-welcome-72nd-foster-child-this-just-in-cnncom-blogs</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 20:37:32 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/couple-preparing-to-welcome-72nd-foster-child-this-just-in-cnncom-blogs</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Thomas said that the hardest part of foster parenting is knowing that the arrangement is temporary.]]></description></item><item><title>Veteran of foster care seeks to save his own kin - FoxNews.com</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/veteran-of-foster-care-seeks-to-save-his-own-kin-foxnewscom</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 19:23:54 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/veteran-of-foster-care-seeks-to-save-his-own-kin-foxnewscom</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Parenthood has changed everything about McLemore's life, except his long-term goals.]]></description></item><item><title>Newton family becomes foster parents to help kids in need</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/newton-family-becomes-foster-parents-to-help-kids-in-need</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 19:29:52 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/newton-family-becomes-foster-parents-to-help-kids-in-need</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The Bethunes are part of the foster program with Newton DFCS.]]></description></item><item><title>Youth Dynamics seeking families for foster homes - Daily Inter Lake: Local/Montana</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/youth-dynamics-seeking-families-for-foster-homes-daily-inter-lake-localmontana</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 18:47:59 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/youth-dynamics-seeking-families-for-foster-homes-daily-inter-lake-localmontana</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[While Youth Dynamics works to keep families united, children become candidates for placement for a wide variety of reasons.]]></description></item><item><title>Pontiac woman opens her heart to kids who need home and family  - dailytribune.com</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/pontiac-woman-opens-her-heart-to-kids-who-need-home-and-family-dailytribunecom</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 15:27:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/pontiac-woman-opens-her-heart-to-kids-who-need-home-and-family-dailytribunecom</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Now Serna said it seems like she was meant to be a foster mother; everything just kind of worked out for her to follow that path.]]></description></item><item><title>Clinton couple calls being foster parents to an 8-month-old girl a 'fantastic experience'- Adrian, MI -</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/clinton-couple-calls-being-foster-parents-to-an-8-month-old-girl-a-fantastic-experience-adrian-mi-1</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 15:27:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/clinton-couple-calls-being-foster-parents-to-an-8-month-old-girl-a-fantastic-experience-adrian-mi-1</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Tim and Tammy Wilson had talked about becoming foster parents for a couple of years.]]></description></item><item><title>Harvest family, DHR case worker honored for efforts helping foster children and teens | 						al.com</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/harvest-family-dhr-case-worker-honored-for-efforts-helping-foster-children-and-teens-alcom</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 15:27:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/harvest-family-dhr-case-worker-honored-for-efforts-helping-foster-children-and-teens-alcom</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Melvin Allen said he had a number of people in his life growing up who helped guide him, and he wanted to help other kids in the same way.]]></description></item><item><title>Ledbetters maintain connection between foster kids, parents | Shelby County Reporter</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/ledbetters-maintain-connection-between-foster-kids-parents-shelby-county-reporter</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 15:27:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/ledbetters-maintain-connection-between-foster-kids-parents-shelby-county-reporter</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Even though the foster children are treated like members of the Ledbetter family, the Ledbetters’ goal is not to keep the children in their care forever.]]></description></item><item><title>Couple  honored for  foster care - Newton, KS - The Newton Kansan</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/couple-honored-for-foster-care-newton-ks-the-newton-kansan</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 15:27:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/couple-honored-for-foster-care-newton-ks-the-newton-kansan</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Many of the children the Stovalls have fostered have gone onto adoptive families or have been reintegrated with a birth parent or another relative.]]></description></item><item><title>Caring Janet is still going strong three decades on - News - Doncaster Free Press</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/caring-janet-is-still-going-strong-three-decades-on-news-doncaster-free-press</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 15:27:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/caring-janet-is-still-going-strong-three-decades-on-news-doncaster-free-press</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The hardest part, Janet said, is giving up the children who have been living with the family for a long time.]]></description></item><item><title>The Hindu : Life &amp; Style / Society : Making A Difference - Large-hearted Joseph and his family</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/the-hindu-life-style-society-making-a-difference-large-hearted-joseph-and-his-family</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 15:27:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/the-hindu-life-style-society-making-a-difference-large-hearted-joseph-and-his-family</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Gradually as the word spread, more children from Madurai started entering Joseph's family.]]></description></item><item><title>Queen honors couple who fostered 81 babies (From Echo)</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/queen-honors-couple-who-fostered-81-babies-from-echo</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2011 19:24:35 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/queen-honors-couple-who-fostered-81-babies-from-echo</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Some of the children they have looked after have come to them just days after being born.]]></description></item><item><title>Local Woman Awarded Foster Care Recognition - Peabody, MA Patch</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/local-woman-awarded-foster-care-recognition-peabody-ma-patch</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 22:56:01 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/local-woman-awarded-foster-care-recognition-peabody-ma-patch</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The child’s stay with Ditch was only temporary and a year-and-a-half after she first took her in, Ditch had to say goodbye to arguably the closest person in her life.]]></description></item><item><title>Local couple 'humbled'  to be Foster Carers of the Year - Community - Ulster Star</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/local-couple-humbled-to-be-foster-carers-of-the-year-community-ulster-star</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 22:56:01 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/local-couple-humbled-to-be-foster-carers-of-the-year-community-ulster-star</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Marion and Hugh currently have five children in their care, with sisters Kirsty and Sammy-Jo having been with them most of their lives.]]></description></item><item><title>Foster carer is hoping others will follow her - Cynon Valley - South Wales Valleys - News - WalesOnline</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-carer-is-hoping-others-will-follow-her-cynon-valley-south-wales-valleys-news-walesonline-1</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 22:56:01 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/foster-carer-is-hoping-others-will-follow-her-cynon-valley-south-wales-valleys-news-walesonline-1</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Rhondda Cynon Taf Council’s Foster Care Service is continually looking for people to join its team of professional, dedicated foster carers.]]></description></item><item><title>Fostering brings fulfillment | The Poughkeepsie Journal | poughkeepsiejournal.com</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/fostering-brings-fulfillment-the-poughkeepsie-journal-poughkeepsiejournalcom-1</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 22:56:01 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/fostering-brings-fulfillment-the-poughkeepsie-journal-poughkeepsiejournalcom-1</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The decision to become a foster family is not something to be taken lightly.]]></description></item><item><title>Delaware heroes: For 22 years, couple gave foster kids much more than a home | The News Journal | delawareonline.com</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/delaware-heroes-for-22-years-couple-gave-foster-kids-much-more-than-a-home-the-news-journal-delawareonlinecom</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 22:56:01 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/delaware-heroes-for-22-years-couple-gave-foster-kids-much-more-than-a-home-the-news-journal-delawareonlinecom</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The Houstons are among The News Journal's 50 Who Matter.]]></description></item><item><title>If you've love to give - consider fostering, say Leicester couple</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/if-youve-love-to-give-consider-fostering-say-leicester-couple</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2011 18:28:43 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/if-youve-love-to-give-consider-fostering-say-leicester-couple</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[The couple took in brothers Simon, five, and six-year-old James (not their real names) a year ago, when their parents were no longer able to look after them.]]></description></item><item><title>A variety of motivations drive people to foster kids | The News-Sentinel - Fort Wayne IN</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/a-variety-of-motivations-drive-people-to-foster-kids-the-news-sentinel-fort-wayne-in</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2011 18:28:24 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/a-variety-of-motivations-drive-people-to-foster-kids-the-news-sentinel-fort-wayne-in</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[In 2002, Darlene C. was nominated as the Allen County Foster Parent of the Year by the DCS.]]></description></item><item><title>First residents move into North Portland's Bridge Meadows  | 						OregonLive.com</title><link>http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/first-residents-move-into-north-portlands-bridge-meadows-oregonlivecom</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2011 18:28:24 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://news.adoption.com/news/FosterParenting/first-residents-move-into-north-portlands-bridge-meadows-oregonlivecom</guid><author>darrc</author><description><![CDATA[Bridge Meadows, an intergenerational, affordable housing community that aims to support families who adopt children from the foster care system.]]></description></item></channel></rss>