Example of foster parent placement call

What things may come up, and questions you may have, during a foster care placement call.

[HeatherRHall]

She shouldn't even have to ask all these questions. The social worker should give it all out w out having to play 20 questions

[blue]

As a former foster child, ty for recognizing that every move brings more and more trauma. That was retroactively cathartic. God bless you and your husband.

[LilyMunstar]

I was a foster kid. I'm 37 now. My foster mum is my kids only nanny. She's the only person who's my "family" (not husbands) that gives my kids a Christmas present. She's the only person I get gifts for for Christmas. We talk all the time.
I finally have my own home now against all odds. I hope we'll be in a position to add extra room/s to our house so I can give back. I've no idea how this showed up in my feed. But it's reinforced an important goal. It seemed impossible I'd be able to do this until recently. Wish me luck.

[christianb]

As a licensing worker, she is doing a great job advocating for her own needs, asking questions, and the sad thing is not every family has this knowledge or understanding of the foster care system. I’m so glad I came across this video and seeing such a great example of foster parents potentially receiving placement.

[MariaMaria-srzg]

I know some social workers may, some won't, be annoyed about the amount of questions. Being a social worker can be a very demanding job. However, it is very good to know what you're saying yes to. Saying yes and then not being able to do it because you don't know all the information is worse on the children if they then have to move to yet another home. I feel like you're advocating for the child when You find out as much information as you can before you agree. Your videos are very informative and it's great you're giving examples and help to people who need it or people who are considering fostering And you're doing it without exploiting any children.

[lizyconyers]

As someone who eventually wants to foster, I want to let you know just how informative this short was 💜

[michellegarigen]

I love your assertiveness and how you loop your husband in before giving an answer. Your questions and great and you deserve to have that information. Way to go!!

[lilballerina]

Wow I never really realized how complicated these situations could be and how much information the foster parents need to be keeping in mind. Thank you for sharing and enlightening me, even if just a bit.

[Meganmama]

I felt the tension/social worker getting annoyed just wanting a “yes” but you have to ask your questions!

[Nothinghumnisalienme]

As a social worker, I loved seeing this! Seeing it from your perspective is super helpful!

[usagibun]

As a former foster child, I really love that you're committed to staying informed and trying your best to accommodate as well as possible, keeping the kids' well being in mind first and foremost. ❤️

[leasanches]

Thank you, Laura, for empowering resource families. It can be stressful to get a call, with so many questions you'd love answered. Your channel has given me more confidence in asking pertinent questions. I just received a call today, and totally tried channeling your calm vibes as I ran down a short list of important questions relevant to the care of the child. So grateful for your guidance through this journey :)

[Sherriehoney]

I had a foster child for 6 months...he was 13 and very difficult. Love and kindness makes a huge difference. Not all caregivers...care. Most just want the money and neglect the child.

[LottyDotty]

Everyday I watch these and everyday my heart says I should try once. Of course right now with my work schedule and my own family their is no way I could give them the full support they need and require but once everything settles and I'm comfortable in my own parenthood I know I will take this step.

[cindybrodie]

Your communication skills are epic. These are so good, even for people who don’t foster!

[cjhoward]

I was a foster parent for many years. Our agency lied to us SO many times when they placed children with us. Not the kids’ fault, but agencies make money on placing kids. If they can’t get a placement in THEIR agency, they move on to the next agency to place with a family licensed with them.

[kristanricketts]

Thank you for showing these. It's so important. Comment for your algorithm overlords. I wanted so much to adopt older sibling sets (my bio sis, self and baby brother, we were all placed separately and haven't seen each in over 20yrs) but was gifted a DD child of my own with medical needs so I would not be able to properly foster. My step sis and her hubby are fostering and I'm so very proud of them (currently have a twin set) and...this is so important. Grateful for people like you two and my sis being saving graces for the ones who deserve it the most -the children who didn't pick the situation the adults made for them. Thank you

[angelas_pantry_obsession]

It can feel frustrating when there isn't a lot of information and we are always taking a chance when "behavior" challenges are noted. But in our experience it's been noted in some previous families because of lack of patience, experience in that age, or current family dynamics. My heart always races when I get the intake call and say yes.
We are currently looking at a foster to adopt situation. The 2 brothers are with us now for a 2nd time. ❤️ This will be our first PC case.

[Jane-xuul]

As a foster mum who also works for child social services I have to admit we at times really do not have much information. We really do give out all we have but some families have been under the radar and services meet them for the very first time when the children needed to be removed. When this happens it really is not to hide problems from the foster family.

[allym]

My husband and I are hoping to one day foster. Your channel is showing me a lot of what to expect, and what it takes to be a good foster so I will be able to judge when we are able to start correctly. Thank you.