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 […]
Isaac and Mr. Miller’s Story
Teachers need education too! Isaac* arrived in his new family’s home two years ago, as a four-year-old. His family contacted Chosen for help–they were going through a difficult time and they wanted to address his challenging behaviors. Training for Isaac’s Family His mom, dad, and three older siblings wanted him in their family, […]
Heidi and Matt’s Story
Heidi and Matt* felt called to care for vulnerable children after watching families in their church begin the adoption process. With several thriving biological children, they felt they had enough experience and love to parent one more. With open hearts, they accepted the referral of a toddler who had experienced trauma, neglect, and abuse. When […]
The Hillman Story
After Nina and Tim Hillman* got married, they discovered that the only way to grow their family would be through adoption. Knowing just how many children in the foster care system need a home, they decided to pursue adoption through the state. After getting licensed, they welcomed a sibling set of three children into their […]
