In the world of foster care, emergency placements are often the first line of support for children in crisis. There is a critical role that emergency foster care plays in providing safety and stability for children during times of upheaval. Let’s take a look at what emergency foster care is, how it works, and […]

  Did you know that at any given moment in time, there are typically around 140,000 teenagers in the United States foster care system? In other words, there are over 140,000 youth across the nation who are currently experiencing deep loss that, whether verbalized or not, results in deep grief.     Before we can […]

  In the challenging and rewarding world of foster care and adoption, it is foster parents who are filling the gap during a family’s darkest hours. Foster parents go above and beyond to ensure that their foster children are safe, supported, and loved. In order for our foster parents to provide the best care for […]

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  Applying to become a foster parent may seem overwhelming, but our Healing Homes foster care team is here to accompany and support you throughout the entire process!  The first step in applying to be a foster parent is to connect with our Nightlight team so that we can help you explore whether foster care […]

  Did you know? There are over 400,000 children in the foster care system in the United States.  There are fewer than 200,000 foster homes in America.  The need for foster parents is real.  Being a foster parent is so rewarding and is a wonderful opportunity to love like Jesus.  Healing Homes is committed to […]

  Adopting or fostering a child from foster care can be a profoundly rewarding experience, offering a stable, loving home to a needy child. However, it's essential to acknowledge the unique challenges that adopted children from foster care might face, particularly concerning their mental health. Understanding the diagnosis, treatment, and medication strategies for these children […]

  It is not often you leave a movie theater and take the movie with you, but after watching Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot, the expectation is that you do not leave the movie at the theater. The hope is that you take the movie with you in your heart to change […]

  Foster care often carries a shroud of misconceptions that can deter families from considering it. Let's explore some of the most common myths about foster care and shed light on the realities.  Myth 1: Foster Care is Only for Young Children  Reality: Foster care is not limited to young children; it encompasses children and […]

  If you have been around foster care for a while you might have noticed a recent push and focus in the foster care system for child permanency. Recent studies have shown the emotional, social and psychological impacts that permanency has on a child in foster care. Permanency relates to the child’s final destination on […]