Foster Parent Stories

Some people have wanted to foster for years. Others arrive at the idea unexpectedly. Some begin with Flourish; others transfer after years of experience elsewhere. What these stories have in common is the reality that fostering can be demanding, funny, moving, frustrating and deeply meaningful — sometimes all in the same week.

flourish foster parent lorraine posing with her bike

Leah and Adam’s fostering story

“Being a Foster Parent is something not to be taken light-heartedly” Leah says “But we couldn’t imagine doing anything else. I’ve always liked people and we...

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