Episode 2

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18th Sep 2024

Foster Medina Podcast Episode 02: Scott Ward

The Foster Medina podcast is meant to help potential foster parents learn answers to questions which might be causing fear or uncertainty as they make decisions about the future for themselves, their families, and potential foster kids whose life they could impact.

In this episode, host Bryan Lefelhoc discusses the concern of getting too attached to foster children with guest Scott Ward, a foster parent and language arts teacher. 

They address common worries and myths surrounding attachment and provide insights based on their own experiences. Scott emphasizes the importance of fostering as a beautiful and transformative process, highlighting the positive impact it has on both the foster children and the foster parents. 

They also discuss the dynamics of the birth parent relationship and the support provided by caseworkers throughout the fostering journey. 

Overall, the episode aims to encourage potential foster parents to consider the rewards and challenges of fostering and to make an informed decision.

Takeaways

-Attachment is a natural and important part of fostering, and getting attached to foster children is a sign that you care and are doing it right.

-Fostering provides an opportunity to create a foundation of trust and stability for children, even if they eventually move on to a different situation.

-Open and honest communication with foster children about transitions and changes can help them understand and cope with the process.

-Support from caseworkers and access to resources are crucial for foster parents, and they should not hesitate to reach out for help and guidance.

-Fostering and adoption can be life-changing experiences that lead to personal growth and a different perspective on the world.

Helpful Links:

Foster Medina website: https://www.mcjfs.us/foster-and-adopt or https://www.fostermedina.com

Medina County Job and Family Services: https://www.mcjfs.us/

Layne Hedden, Foster Parent Recruiter Email: info@fostermedina.com

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About the Podcast

Foster Medina Podcast
Are you considering becoming a foster parent?
If you're even thinking about it, good for you!
If you are worried, scared, or not sure what to do next, the Foster Medina Podcast is meant for you.

Here, we talk with real foster families about the concerns and fears they had before they made the decision to impact a young person's life as a foster parent. They feared the unknown. They worried about the impact foster kids might have on their biological family. They wondered if they were up to the challenge of being a foster parent. Could they afford it? Could they make a difference? Would they get too attached?

Just like you, they needed more information, and they're sharing that with you in this very special podcast series.

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Bryan lefelhoc

Bryan Lefelhoc is host of the Foster Medina Podcast. As an adoptive parent, he understands some of the concerns potential foster parents and families have. He also hosts the "Purpose Under Pressure" Podcast. Bryan owns Bryan Media Strategies, and lives in Ashland Ohio with his wife, dog and two cats.