Foster Kids Need Parents Too!
Foster children range in age from birth to 21 years. Most children
experiencing separation from their own families will exhibit some emotional
or behavioral problems. Some children may be moderately-to-severely mentally
or physically handicapped.
The most effective way to care for the wide variety of foster children's needs
usually involves a combination of skills. These include your own good parenting
skills and firm kindness, coupled with the skills gained in the foster parent
training. However, it is important to remember that each child is an individual
and, as such, no amount of personal background experience or training will cover
every situation which may arise in the course of foster parenting. The role of
the agency is to assist in decisions regarding the care of the child and to help
you over those rough spots.
The foster parents can help foster children reach their fullest potential by
providing them a healthy home environment.
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