For a Little While: Stories from the foster journey

18/11/2025 14 min Episodio 16
For a Little While: Stories from the foster journey

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Episode Synopsis

In this heartfelt episode, foster parent Juliet Anker shares her family’s journey — from opening their home to teenagers during the pandemic to adopting their son AJ. She reflects on the realities of treatment-level foster care, the challenges older kids face aging out of the system, and the importance of flexibility and fit in caregiving. Whether you're curious about fostering or simply drawn to stories of compassion and resilience, Juliet’s story is a powerful reminder that opening your heart — even for a little while — can change a child’s life forever.

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