Fostering Voices Podcast

Shaquille O'Neal wore number 36 when he was a newbie basketball player on the Orlando Magic. We love Shaq, especially when he was a Phoenix Suns for a brief moment in time. He wore 32 then, and he promised he would bring a championship to Phoenix. We are still waiting... This week we talk briefly about three tips for people who are thinking of embarking on their foster care journey, or have just commenced. Knowledge is Power. Whether that's knowing the reunification rates in your state, or knowing other foster families, or knowing as much as you can about what you are getting yourself into. Knowledge is truly going to be a good friend throughout your foster care journey. Compassion for your Spouse. Whether you are the driving force of the desire to be involved in foster care, or you are the one who is at home with the kids for most of the day, this is a very necessary step in being success. This isn't the End. Sometimes people are reluctant to start the journey of foster care, because they think that means it