Posts by Aaron Devine
Marisa’s Story
Marisa was eight years old when she entered foster care. She had been physically abused at home and was struggling with trauma and behavioral challenges. She bounced to four different homes within the first five months. Each move made her life more unpredictable and dragged her farther behind in school. Marisa’s fifth move was to…
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Twelve month old Kaiden had lived with Gail since birth. Kaiden’s biological parents were no longer in the picture and Gail was committed to adopting Kaiden if he needed a permanent home. Kaiden’s grandparents were not being considered for placement but when grandfather passed away, a step-aunt who had no prior relationship or blood ties…
Read MoreForrest’s Story
“Thank you so very much. I have recommended Advokids to numerous foster parents and all of them have had a similar experience to us. A true hand of consistency in a totally inconsistent journey of courts, family and social worker systems.” Forrest was three days old when he was placed in foster care with Ebony.…
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