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8. Navigating Relationships with Biological Families in Foster Care

8. Navigating Relationships with Biological Families in Foster Care

FromReStoried


8. Navigating Relationships with Biological Families in Foster Care

FromReStoried

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Length:
41 minutes
Released:
Nov 27, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

One of the most common fears that people have when beginning their Foster Care journey is what their relationship with the child’s biological family will look like.Will they view you as an enemy or someone who is on their side? Join us in this episode as we share our initial perspectives on biological family relationships, exploring how these perspectives underwent transformative shifts throughout our journeys. We will share how we navigate these intricate relationships with practical tips and advice that go beyond the surface. We are also diving into the evolving fostering landscape and sharing ways to be armed with realistic expectations. Through this episode, we hope you receive fresh insight, an exploration of hope, transformation, and the profound impact of connection with biological families.Episode Highlights: What is your favorite Thanksgiving dessert?The initial perspective of bio families when first starting foster care.Practical tips and advice on building relationships with biological families.Loving biological families.Should you give out your phone number to Biological families? The importance of setting healthy boundaries.Different ideas for communication with biological families.The value of biological families. Find More on Hope Bridge:Visit Our Website Follow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook Foster Our Community Instagram Links Mentioned in this Episode: Our Family WizardGoogle Voice Get Your Free Footprint PDF HereThis show has been produced by Adkins Media Co.
Released:
Nov 27, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (30)

What kind of stories come to mind when you think of foster care?Many stories are filled with heartbreak, pain, and sorrow. But what if we could step in and see them turned into stories of hope?Hope Bridge is on a gospel-led mission to transform the foster care landscape in Ohio. We're here to raise awareness and empower churches and communities to step into action by supporting vulnerable children and families in their local communities.We’re certainly not the Author of these stories, and it’s true that we can't change the past, but we are called to be key characters in THE story that God has written for His creation. His is a story of redemption and restoration, a story of HOPE.In this podcast, we will share how we link arms with churches, county workers, foster families, and those in the community to rewrite the narrative for vulnerable children and families.We’ll be shining a light on stories of hope, redemption, and transformation and sharing practical ways that you can step in and get involved. Subscribe now, and together, let's make a difference in the lives of those who need it most.Welcome to "ReStoried," a podcast by Hope Bridge.