Brittany’s Story

Tonya and Rick* were happily married with three children; they thought their family was complete. But one day they learned that their nephew, John, was in need of a safe home. Without fanfare, they stepped in and agreed to bring him into their home for as long as necessary. John’s placement with his relatives—called a […]

Jason’s Story

Early on in their marriage, Jenna and Sam knew they wanted to adopt a child. For over six years they discussed the idea, until one day in September 2018 the Lord made it apparent that it was time to pursue their dream of adding one more child to their family of five.   After contacting […]

3 Siblings Find Their Forever Home

One San Antonio family is celebrating big successes on their adoption journey. Kathy and Brian S. have big hearts, and now they have a big family to match. With their children grown and out of the house, they made the decision six years ago to open their home to a newborn baby boy. Then, in […]

Lindsay’s Story

At the age of 4, authorities removed from her birth mother due to severe neglect and domestic violence, relocating her to a foster home. Lindsay’s aggressive behavior raised concerns among her foster parents, who worried she could potentially harm their newborn on the way. After nine months of Lindsay being a part of their family, […]

Dana’s Story

Dana is a 32-year old energetic and compassionate single woman who felt compelled to become a foster parent. She thought love would be enough to help hurting kids heal. She had some extra love to give and jumped into fostering with excitement and high expectations. In January 2020, two boys named James and Jordan, ages […]

The Smiths Story

John and Anne Smith were fading fast… A young couple in their early twenties, they had signed on to do foster care because they wanted to open their home to hurting children. Having never had children, they prepared for their inevitable placement by reading books and going through foster parent training with their placing agency.  […]

Tiffany’s Story

When Becky adopted five-year-old Tiffany she was filled with HOPE, joy, and resolve. Becky knew it is would be hard but she was ready and had prepared herself for roadblocks and setbacks. Right off the bat, Becky struggled to genuinely connect with Tiffany. To her surprise, she even found it challenging to like her.  Becky kept […]

Nick’s Story

For Jack and Maggie Lang, Nicholas* was the perfect bookend to their family. A bouncing baby boy that, through adoption from foster care, made their happy brood of four become five. They were in love with baby Nick the moment they saw him. Since he was still in diapers, the Lang’s were sure that he […]

Marcus and Mariana’s Story

Nina Rodrigues* loved her grandchildren. When the state called and told her that her four-year-old grandson, Marcus, and two-year-old granddaughter, Mariana, had been horrifically physically abused and were now bouncing from foster home to foster home, her heart shattered. Marcus was diagnosed with level three autism, also known as severe autism. He needed stability. Though […]

Wesley and Rachel’s Story

When Wesley and Rachel opened their home to foster a child, their hearts were full of love. However, they did not fully realize the needs of their foster son, Garrett*.       Chosen Walks Alongside the Caregivers Every year, Chosen helps hundreds of adoptive families build bonds of trust. And we’re looking for partners […]

The Van Dusen Family Story

    Chosen Walks Alongside the Caregivers Every year, Chosen helps hundreds of adoptive families build bonds of trust. And we’re looking for partners to help heal their heartbreak. Your gift gives families the assurance they need to provide attachment and permanency for kids who desperately need it. Looking for help? Get started here. Looking […]

The Lewis Family Story

Meet The Lewis Family     Trauma-informed care is necessary for children who are hurting from the trauma they experienced due to abuse & neglect. Every day, there are families who give up because they do not have that support. Chosen is here to serve those families and give them the tools to thrive together.By […]