Jacob’s case tragically illustrates. At 4 years old, he was removed from his mother’s care because she was living with a sex offender. Jacob’s father was given custody of his children, but within days he returned them to the state because he was headed to prison. State workers shuttled Jacob through 45 different foster homes [...]
I don’t know if paying foster parents more will improve the quality of foster care, but I found these statistics intriguing and thought I should share them with the Forever Homes Community. Those who care for a single foster child – the ideal situation – earn less per hour than an adolescent babysitter. And the [...]
Just wanted to spread the good news. We were notified today of a new birth. On August 7th, 2006, weighing in at just under one ounce and 11 inches long, Forever Homes was born to her proud initial board of directors. Our certificate of incorporation is now posted proudly on my office wall. Recognition by [...]
