Episode 5

The Foster Medina podcast is meant to help potential foster parents learn answers to questions that might be causing fear or uncertainty as they make decisions about the future for themselves, their families, and potential foster kids whose lives they could impact.

In this episode, host Bryan Lefelhoc interviews Layne Hedden, a foster parent and a foster parent recruiter for Medina County Job and Family Services, about the concerns and myths surrounding foster parenting. 

Layne discusses the biggest concern for potential foster parents, which is the unknowns and uncertainties that come with fostering. She also addresses the myth that becoming attached to a foster child may be a negative, emphasizing the importance of providing love and support to these children. 

Layne shares her own surprises as a foster parent, and highlights the need for more foster parents in the Medina County area. She also explains the training process and reassures potential foster parents that they will receive support throughout their journey.

Takeaways

-The biggest concern for potential foster parents is the unknowns and uncertainties that come with fostering.

-Becoming attached to a foster child is not a negative thing; it is important to provide love and support to these children.

-There is a significant need for foster parents, and more families are needed to provide safe and loving homes for children in the foster care system.

-The training process for becoming a foster parent typically takes about four to six months and includes 24 hours of training.

-Medina County Job and Family Services provides support and resources for foster parents throughout their journey.

Helpful Links:

Foster Medina website: https://www.mcjfs.us/foster-and-adopt or https://www.fostermedina.com

Medina County Job and Family Services: https://www.mcjfs.us/

Layne Hedden, Foster Parent Recruiter Email: info@fostermedina.com