Season 1 Episode 6 : A Foster Care Success Story
Jack, Cat, & Mac discuss the journey Mac took to become successful at changing her life and repairing her family.
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Season 1 Episode 5 : How can I help foster families?
Jack & Cat discuss some ways that you can support foster kids by supporting foster families. Some Ideas: Provide Meals Babysitting especially for court but also date nights Non judgement Don’t probe for the details (respect privacy) Emotional support (listen) Socks, underwear, and pajamas, Providing clothes Treat the kids the same as the other kids…
Read MoreSeason 1 Episode 4 : How can I help foster kids?
Jack & Cat discuss some ways that you can help foster kids if you decide not to become a foster parent. Here are some ways that you can help: Become a CASA / Guardian Ad Litem Pay for activities for foster kids Support aging out foster youth As an educator Volunteer with foster organizations Donate…
Read MoreSeason 1 Episode 3 : Should I Be A Foster Parent? Pros and Cons
Here are some pros and cons of becoming a foster parent to consider and Jack & Cat discuss them along with some thoughts from other foster parents. Pros It is so fun Seeing success stories of families repaired Being able to help families repair Adoption is sometimes an option Seeing kids’ transformation is rewarding Cons…
Read MoreSeason 1 Episode 2 : Should I Be A Foster Parent? Things To Consider
Jack & Cat discuss some questions you should ask yourself if you are considering becoming a foster parent. Questions to ask yourself when considering becoming a foster parent: What is your motivation to become a foster parent? Do you have the patience for the behaviors? Do you have the time for the children and working…
Read MoreSeason 1 Episode 1 : Meet Your Hosts
Meet your hosts: Jack & Cat in this episode and get ready to join us weekly as we delve into the world of child welfare!
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