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Foster CarolinasAuthor: Least of These Carolinas
In every episode of Foster Carolina the Executive Director and co-founder of The Least of These Carolinas will share about real foster care issues. She has a heart for children and is a great advocate for their needs. Susanna and her husband, Sean, became involved in orphan ministry in 2009 when they became foster parents. They have fostered long term placements and have grown their family by adoption through foster care. Susanna has a desire to help the children of her community and help restore hope in in their broken lives. Language: en Genres: Business, Non-Profit Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Where the Heart Meets the System - with Konecka Drakeford
Monday, 23 December, 2024
In this final episode of the year we sit down with Konecka Drakeford, from Gaston County DSS, and explore the intricacies of foster care, focusing on the daily responsibilities of social workers, the challenges faced in finding placements, and the critical need for more foster homes, especially for teenagers. Konecka emphasizes the importance of community support, training for foster parents, and personal experiences that highlight the emotional rewards and challenges of fostering. 00:00 Introduction to Foster Care and Licensing 06:37 The Need for Foster Homes 11:00 Challenges of the Holiday Season 15:04 Advice for Aspiring Social Workers 18:50 Requirements for Becoming a Foster Parent 21:54 Community Support and Collaboration 🕒 New episode drops every Monday🎧 Listen on all major podcast platforms Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook
