Posted on July 8, 2020 by
I have learned to be much more aware that my beautiful, intelligent son faces challenges every day that have not been part of my life. I hope that awareness will make me more sensitive to his experiences as a young man and to be better at helping him navigate his world. He’ll need more than my unconditional love in order to do that.
Posted on February 3, 2017 by
Chances are, when you became a foster parent, you were looking forward to being able to comfort and nurture any foster child placed with you. But if you’re caring for a teen, things may suddenly seem not that simple.
Posted on September 24, 2015 by
I had a rough life growing up. My biological mom was addicted to heroin and my dad was in jail most of the time.
Foster parents are always giving. Sometimes they are providing a home for a group of siblings to prevent separation. Other times they are simply reaching out to an anxious …
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Plummer’s work to connect older youth in the child-welfare system to permanent families is breaking new ground. Learn how we are sharing best practices with organizations nationally.
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Learn how you can get involved to help Plummer youth and families right now. Whether it be through a meal donation, volunteering your time or expertise, or making a donation to our Emergency Relief Fund, there's a way for you to help!
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