In this episode, Matthew Darrah speaks with Rod and AnnaFreeland about their journey of adoption, which includes six children—twobiological and four adopted from China and domestically. They discuss themotivations behind their decision to adopt, the complexities of theinternational adoption process, and the cultural differences they navigate as afamily. The Freelands emphasize the importance of community support, faith, andthe unique challenges that come with parenting adopted children. They also shareinsights for prospective adoptive parents and highlight the ongoing need foradoption and support within the community.

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In this episode of All Things Foster, host Matt Darrah speaks with Kristen Bostic from Coalition Health Services about the importance of supporting first-time mothers through the Nurse-Family Partnership program. They discuss the critical early years of a child's development, the challenges faced by vulnerable families, and the impact of community support in fostering. Kristen shares her personal journey with foster care and the significance of building a supportive network for families in need. The conversation highlights measurable outcomes of the program and the need for continued resources and funding to support these initiatives.

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In this heartfelt conversation, John Abbott shares his journey of adopting his granddaughter Harper at the age of 80. He reflects on his life experiences, the challenges and blessings of parenthood, and the transformative power of love and faith. John emphasizes the importance of community support and encourages others, especially older individuals, to consider fostering or adopting children in need. His story is a testament to the idea that it's never too late to make a difference in a child's life and that love can flourish in unexpected circumstances.