Foster mother honors late husband’s legacy by caring for more than 100 children
“It’s the hardest thing you’ll ever do, and the most joy you’ll ever have.” – Robyne Wilson-Cima Robyne Wilson-Cima says both she and her late husband John Cima should have been in foster care when they were children, but the service didn’t formally exist. So as Robyne and John […]
Taylor’s Story: The Complex Emotions of Adoption from a Child’s Perspective
Taylor fidgets nervously in a recliner in the living room. She’s pinching the tips of her fingers one-by-one, but her mind is elsewhere. Today is a day she has been eagerly anticipating, as her foster family, John and Macy Garcia, invited their extended family over for a big announcement. Macy […]
The Realities of Adoption Through Foster Care: A Candid Look
At Good Shepherd, we believe foster parents and families are doing God’s work. They step in when children are vulnerable and dependent, and provide a beautifully personal safety net in the form of a caring and nurturing home. Our team often hears from caring families who want to open their […]
Open Your Heart and Your Home: Become a Holding Home Partner
When a child is removed from their home, the Good Shepherd team instantly goes to work to find just the right foster family placement. We will call family to see if they’re available (our best option) and reach out to foster homes that are trained and ready to accept placements, […]