Foster Home Research Paper

When I turned 14 my parents told me quite casually that they have decided to open our home to children in foster care. Foster homes, like mine, provide a positive environment for children who were removed from negative situations. Provide such an environment for these children makes a child feel safe and allows him or her to build happy memories. Foster families provide compassion and guidance children need to find success. Since my parents began and successfully completed the application process, we have cared for eight enthusiastic, beautiful and occasionally problematic children ranging from three days old to seven years old, some siblings and some not. Whenever I tell someone that my family fosters children they respond with “WOW! You’re mother must have the patience of a saint.” or “That is amazing, you all are …show more content…
I was worried she would not like me and that I would make a bad impression. Each time a young child comes to my home I still get those same feelings of worry and doubt. I want to be a role model for my younger siblings and foster siblings. I strive to be the person that another person could come to for comfort, advice and reassurance. Since my family has started fostering children I have learned how to be mature and make quick decisions in all aspects of life. When a child is crying, I can quickly figure out what they need from me. While talking to I have learned how to problem solve and how to be responsible for my actions. I have learned that I am not only responsible for myself, but also for the people around me. I have learned how to open my heart and mind to friends, family, and new people in my life. I am more able to think about my decisions and the path of life that I am taking, I want to be successful, I want for people to be able to rely on me, and I want a future for myself. The kids energy and innocence encourages me to do all of these things and to keep