She took in 10 children while battling multiple sclerosis. Now she wants her story heardStephanie Handford faced multiple sclerosis but found purpose and healing through faith, family, and fostering children.
A couple who struggled with infertility adopted triplets. Then they took a pregnancy testThe Levasseurs turned to fostering after struggling with infertility, focusing on reunification and finding purpose in loving children in need.
She took in 10 children while battling multiple sclerosis. Now she wants her story heardStephanie Handford faced multiple sclerosis but found purpose and healing through faith, family, and fostering children.
A couple who struggled with infertility adopted triplets. Then they took a pregnancy testThe Levasseurs turned to fostering after struggling with infertility, focusing on reunification and finding purpose in loving children in need.
Pup overcame a heartbreaking past. Now Millie needs a home to 'finally relax'Millie, a rescued dog, has transformed from a heartbreaking past to a joyful present thanks to love, care, and fostering.
Take Me Home with You: Tulip - San Francisco Bay TimesFoster Tulip for a week to see if she's the right fitTulip is a charming, agile, and treat-loving cattle dog mix
Pup overcame a heartbreaking past. Now Millie needs a home to 'finally relax'Millie, a rescued dog, has transformed from a heartbreaking past to a joyful present thanks to love, care, and fostering.
Take Me Home with You: Tulip - San Francisco Bay TimesFoster Tulip for a week to see if she's the right fitTulip is a charming, agile, and treat-loving cattle dog mix
A new start after 60: I became a foster carer at 75 and it has helped keep me youngPatricia Swan's decision to foster at age 75 illustrates that it's never too late to make a meaningful impact in children's lives.
Take Me Home With You: 9.19.24 - San Francisco Bay TimesCole is an energetic Kelpie mix ideal for adventure seekers.Fostering Cole allows potential adopters to test compatibility for a week.
Take Me Home with You: 4.18.24 - San Francisco Bay TimesConsider fostering Groot for a week to see if he fits your homeGroot prefers a tranquil environment and being the sole canine in the household
LGBTQ+ people are more likely to consider fostering kids. But one big barrier is stopping them.LGBTQ+ people are more interested in fostering children than non-LGBTQ+ individuals, but fear of discrimination is a major deterrent.37% of LGBTQ+ adults have thought a lot about fostering, compared to 23% of non-LGBTQ+ adults.35% of LGBTQ+ respondents fear discrimination as a barrier to fostering, with higher numbers among LGBTQ+ men than women.