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copyright 2007; photo by Jelani Memory
copyright 2007; photo by Jelani Memory
- What is a "bio-parent"?
- Why won’t my bio-parent just stop what they are doing so I can go home?
- My bio-parent says they’ve changed and are following all the rules. Can I go home now?
- Will I have visits with my family?
- How often will I visit with my bio-family? Where will the visits be?
- I feel so awkward at family visits. What should I say or do?
- Why didn’t my bio-parent show up at our visit?
- Why do some visits with bio-parents have to be supervised?
- What if my parent shows up at a visit and I can tell they’ve been drinking or doing drugs?
- What if I don't want to visit my family?
- What do I do if by bio-parent is trying to get me to run away or to meet me privately without my caseworker knowing
- I’m worried that something will happen to my bio-parent.
- Why doesn’t my parent love me enough to change?
- Why can’t I live with my brothers and sisters?
- I really miss my brothers and sisters. How can I keep in touch with them?
- Will I be able to contact my other relatives?
- I’m feeling guilty because I don’t really miss my family. Is there something wrong with me?
- My brother (or sister) is so angry at our bio-parent. Why are they being so mean?
- My bio-parent has told me to keep secrets. What should I do?
- Can I be kept from visiting my bio-family as a punishment for something I did wrong?
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Absolutely. If it's a relative that's your foster parent, it's typically called kinship care.
Can A Relative Be My Foster Parent
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