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Most people are hesitant to become a foster parent because, honestly, it seems hard. In some ways it is, but it is also completely worth it. Fostering a child is an amazing experience for not only the child in your care but also you as a foster parent. There are so many great things that come from being a foster parent, keep reading for a few of the benefits!
Making a Difference in a Child’s Life
Children in foster care are often scared and confused. They may have been through a traumatic event or may not know exactly what is going on, but you can be their safe place. Giving a child a stable, loving environment is the best way to assure them that everything will be ok. When you get to give this gift to your foster child, you will see them start to thrive.
Even if your foster child is only with you a short time, you can have a lifelong impact on them. It only takes a small act of kindness, such as opening your home to a child in need, to change someone’s life.
Making a Difference in Your Life
You never know until you experience something how much it will touch you personally. Opening your home to a foster child will leave a lasting impact on you and your family, not just the child you take in. It will teach you new skills and new ways of dealing with others.
Fostering can show you just how big of a difference you can make in the world. Even if you only foster one child, you could change the whole course of their life.
Making a Difference for a Family
The goal of foster care is to reunite families when safe and possible. Children want to be with the only family they have known, so the hope is that their parents will make the necessary changes for their children to come home. While having to say goodbye to your foster child may be difficult for you, you can have the joy of knowing they left you a happier person.
You will be able to appreciate the fact that their parents did care enough to make a change and work hard to get them back. You will also be able to have the satisfaction of knowing you made a difference for that family because you kept their child safe and loved in their absence.
Learn More About Becoming a Foster Parent
Being a foster parent is hard work, but the benefits far outweigh the effort! You can also rest assured that when you decide to make the amazing choice to be a foster parent, you will not be in it alone. At TFI we are here to support you through every step of the process. You can contact us to get more information or start the process of becoming a foster parent.