“No longer did I feel like a single parent struggling
without a support system. The individuals I have met at the support group meetings have been amazing. My fears
of being a first time mom continue to decrease as I form a network of supportive friends like you and the other members.
Thank you for touching my life and the life of so many needy children. “Sincerely, Y Jenkins, Foster Parent
“When we attend the FCACS meetings,
we get great educational presentations with a big bonus… Opportunities to get into the “nitty-gritty”
of parenting our special needs children with other parents. We get insight and support from others who have actually
been in our shoes and have dealt with the same struggles we face on a 24/7 basis. We share ideas, frustrations, solutions,
and joys! We are very grateful that Rosa has created this space for us. We no longer feel so alone. I always
know that I can call FCACS to get direction on resources – if Rosa doesn’t know, she does the research and finds
the answer.” Thank you!!! -K & D LeFever, Foster/Pre-Adoptive Parents
“I began attending the support
meetings with Foster Care & Adoption Community Solutions a few months ago. Rosa as well as other foster and adoptive parents
has been a wealth of support for a truly overwhelming process of adoption.
During the first meeting
my husband and I attended l sat across from a women who sobbed as she shared a difficult time that she was going thru with
her children I reached over and held her hand and if only for that split minute I really got a sense of belonging. We share
our ups and downs in’s and outs and I'm so grateful that we found a place for people who are not only similar but
who really do care about these children and that is priceless. I'm lucky to be able to witness such selfless acts
that Rosa Gordon’s organization provides to so many.”
V.
Estronza, Adoptive Parent
“I must say that this group has been a tremendous help to me and my family. This
is one of the best things that has happened for foster parents – not only do we have an opportunity to share ideas,
learn from experts as well as the opportunity to meet and bond with other foster parents. (We now know that we are not alone).
In April, the children I currently foster were blessed with another sibling. Mom wanted the children to be together
and I was asked to take the new baby. I immediately said yes! With the help of another foster parent from the support group
I was able to take care of the new baby and be at work as I was able to secure the daily assistance I needed from the group.
Rosa, this group has been a blessing for all in the community and I do hope that it will continue to be a blessing years to
come. Rosa thanks for all you do.” A. Wellington, Foster Parent
“I must say that this group
has been a tremendous help to me and my family. This is one of the best things that has happened for foster parents –
not only do we have an opportunity to share ideas, learn from experts as well as the opportunity to meet and bond with other
foster parents. (We now know that we are not alone).
In April, the children I currently foster were blessed with
another sibling. Mom wanted the children to be together and I was asked to take the new baby. I immediately said yes! With
the help of another foster parent from the support group I was able to take care of the new baby and be at work as I was able
to secure the daily assistance I needed from the group. Rosa, this group has been a blessing for all in the community and
I do hope that it will continue to be a blessing years to come. Rosa thanks for all you do.” A. Wellington,
Foster Parent
