If you’ve been a part of the foster care world for any amount of time you’ve heard the exhaustively crazy list of “what if” stories, you’ve been cautiously warned about the “wild kiddos”, and you’ve definitely seen the looks from … Continued
Being a foster parent is easily one of the most challenging and difficult, yet exhilarating and rewarding, yet bittersweet roles on the planet. By definition foster means to promote the growth or development of, to encourage; to bring up, to … Continued
For the second quarter of FY21 we would like to recognize Samantha McFadden for Living the Mission of CHOICES. She has been committed to recruiting foster parents for CHOICES from the moment she interviewed. Samantha is genuine and compassionate and … Continued
The timing couldn’t have been more perfect, which means that this match was likely meant to be. CHOICES was already scheduling gift deliveries from donors for our adopt a family program. It was late afternoon when one of … Continued
For the first quarter of FY21 we would like to recognize Jennifer Decker for Living the Mission of CHOICES. Jennifer is an amazing cheerleader for CHOICES and an encourager of staff! Her light and happy demeanor make her a joy … Continued
For the fourth quarter of FY20 we would like to recognize Melissa Bowers for Living the Mission of CHOICES. Melissa has the heart of a servant and wants to be of service to all who are a part of CHOICES. … Continued
When you answer the call to become a foster parent, it is more than loving and caring for a child. While these qualities are considered most important there are many other layers to providing stability and connection. Unless you have … Continued
For the third quarter of FY20 we would like to recognize Brianna Farr for Living the Mission of CHOICES. Brianna started with CHOICES as a Master’s level intern and was eager to learn and help clients. During this time, she … Continued
While operations look a bit different right now, CHOICES is still committed to celebrating May as National Foster Care Month. We would like to acknowledge the commitment our foster parents have to their kids year round, but especially during this … Continued
For the second quarter we would like to recognize Erika Weir for Living the Mission of CHOICES. Erika thinks “outside the box” in her advocacy with our young people. She is motivated to help them succeed and goes above and … Continued