When you hear "foster-to-adopt," you might picture a child in state custody placed in a foster home, eventually adopted by their foster parents. That is often accurate. But what about when you hear "adoption from foster care"? It could describe that same scenario or something different. Families who adopt from foster care typically fall […]

  Most of the time the question is not, how will I love this child that is in my home, but how will I let this child go when they leave my home? Foster care is a unique experience where families are faced with the challenge of loving a child for a short period of […]

  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 […]

  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 […]

  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 […]