The podcast where we empower you with the knowledge, support, and resources to navigate the challenging yet rewarding journey of caring for your loved ones. Together, we’ll explore the emotional, practical, and logistical aspects of caregiving, from hiring the right help to choosing the best care facility and everything in between. Whether you’re a seasoned caregiver or just starting out, this podcast is here to provide you with valuable insights and heartfelt stories that resonate.
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Family for Every Child is a global network of 46 civil society organisations located in 37 different countries. We unite our skills and knowledge to achieve change for children and families world-wide. Visit us at www.familyforeverychild.org
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Beyond the Rut: Create a Life Worth Living in Your Faith, Family, Career
Jerry Dugan - The Work-Life Balance Leader, Author of Beyond the Rut, Redefining Success
Do you desire to create a life worth living in your faith, family, and career? Welcome to Beyond the Rut, the podcast that offers you the motivation, inspiration, and practical tools to help you build a life worth living. Our show is here to help you break free from those limitations and find a path to success.Join us as we share encouraging stories and actionable advice on how to get out of a rut in life and create a vision for your future. We’ll discuss the importance of mindset, setting g ...
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Are you thinking about adopting or fostering a child? Confused about all the options and wondering where to begin? Or are you an adoptive or foster parent or kinship caregiver trying to be the best parent possible to this precious child? This is the podcast for you! Every week, we interview leading experts for an hour, discussing the topics you care about in deciding whether to adopt/foster or how to be a better parent. This podcast is produced by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are the national ...
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Foster care, adoption, sports and entertainment news and interviews.
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An Imperfectly Perfect Life - Life Unscripted: Navigating Divorce, Dating, Friendships, Careers, Family - and the 50s
Shari Leid
Join us on a heartfelt journey through the complexities of life with our seasoned life coach and guide, as she shares her personal experiences and wisdom in "Life Unscripted." In this compelling podcast, our host, who is not just a life coach but also navigating the challenging terrain of divorce herself, delves into the intricacies of maintaining and nurturing friendships, dating, career, and finding a life filled with joy and balance even during turbulent times. Whether you're facing a div ...
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How To Properly Plan for Retirement Without Taking Unnecessary Risks In Taking Care of Your Family, the brother-sister team of George and Angelica Politarhos joins forces with Shon Peil to explain in simple language and through real stories how to eliminate the confusion of planning for your retirement. You’ll learn why your retirement should be a top priority and how to properly plan for it without taking unnecessary risks.Each chapter focuses on one of the primary areas you need to address ...
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Adopting or Fostering a Child with Down Syndrome
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Are you considering adopting or fostering a child with Down Syndrome? Join our conversation with Dr. Sara Williams, a developmental-behavioral pediatrician at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. She provides developmental evaluations and follow-up care for children with a…
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Time for What Matters: Prioritizing Family Without Losing Momentum
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In the hustle and bustle of life, it’s easy to let family time slip through the cracks. Work deadlines, endless errands, and distractions like social media often push the people who matter most to the margins of our schedules. But here’s the truth: Family time matters, and your relationships at home deserve the best of your time, not what’s left ov…
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Building Community Through Life's Detours
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Send us a text What if -- I told you that there is no such thing as a wrong turn? For media inquiries for Shari Leid contact Kourtney Jason, Publicist at Kourtney@pacificandcourt.com For speaking engagements contact Shari's Director of Development Nat Measley at Nat@Sharispeaks.com To book a free discover call with Shari - please visit the link in …
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Overcoming Caregiver Burnout: Practical Strategies and Faithful Strength
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Today, we’re talking about caregiver burnout. We’ll explore what it looks like, how it impacts both you and the loved ones you care for, and how to manage it with practical tools and faith. As Psalm 46:1 reminds us, "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." Whether you’re in the thick of caregiving or supporting someone who…
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: My 4-year-old foster son moved in 9 months ago. He will likely remain with me permanently, and the application is in progress. I was his 5th foster home when he moved in. There was neglect at his birth parents and abuse in a previous foster home. Last weekend he was being …
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What Foster Care Alumni Want You to Know
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Join our panel of four former foster youth to learn what they wished foster parents and others knew about being in foster care. In this episode, we discuss: Tell us the story of your involvement with foster care and the child welfare system. What was something that your foster paren…
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Rediscovering Style: Embracing Personal Growth and a Wardrobe that Reflects Your Personal Style with Tannya Bernadette
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Send us a text Style is more than just clothes—it's a bridge to self-expression and personal growth. Join me as I chat with the remarkable Tannya Bernadette, founder of the Closet Edit, whose journey of launching her fashion business at the youthful age of 22 is nothing short of inspiring. For over 16 years, Tanya has been empowering individuals to…
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Episode 25: Engaging Vulnerable Youth in Advocacy - New Zealand
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In this episode Amanda is joined by three representatives of Pillars Ka Pou, a New Zealand based charity which exists to support the children and families of people in prison or serving a community sentence. We hear about the work of the Youth Advisory Panel, which launched in 2022 to directly engage young people with lived experience and amplify t…
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Faith Beyond Sundays: Week 2
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Welcome back to Beyond the Rut, the podcast about helping married Christian men create a life worth living in your faith, family, and career. I’m your host, Jerry Dugan, and author of the book titled, Beyond the Rut: Create a Life Worth Living in Your Faith, Family, and Career. Join me as we dive into Week 2 of the Beyond the Rut Journey with a foc…
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Navigating the Next Steps: What to do when a loved one passes
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Today, we’re addressing one of the most difficult moments in life—losing a loved one. It’s an emotional time, and while grieving is deeply personal, there are also practical steps that need to be taken. Our goal today is to guide you through these steps with care and compassion, offering clarity during this challenging time.…
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: First, I wanted to thank you for your incredible podcast. I’m not a parent (I only recently graduated from college), but I have volunteered in group homes for foster care children for the past couple of years. Your podcast has not only helped me to work more effectively wi…
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Adoption Tax Credit 2024
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. If you are adopting or have adopted within the last several years you should join our conversation today about claiming the Adoption Tax Credit for 2024. Our guests will be Becky Wilmoth, an Enrolled Agent and Adoption Tax Credit Specialist with Bill’s Tax Service; and Josh Kroll, t…
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A New Chapter Finding Love After Divorce with Special Guest Justina Chen
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Send us a text This episode dives into the refreshing approach to dating after divorce, featuring Shari Leid and Justina Chen, who explore the idea of dating as a playful journey rather than a pressure-filled hunt. With Justina's 21-date challenge as a focal point, they discuss building confidence, understanding desires, and fostering authentic con…
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Redefining Success on God's Terms: Week 1
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This episode tackles a fundamental question: What does success truly mean? It will challenge you to re-evaluate your current definitions of success, often shaped by worldly standards like wealth, status, and possessions, and to consider a God-centered perspective. The world's definition of success often leads to emptiness, even when external achiev…
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: My husband and I adopted our now seven-year-old son from South Africa two years ago. He is the best. We cannot believe how lucky we are to have this joyful little boy in our family, and we owe much of our success to what we've learned from your show and resources, so thank…
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Are you considering adopting a child this year? We've got answers to all (or most) of your questions. Join our discussion with Teresa Bernu, the Executive Director at Adoption Center of Illinois. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has worked extensively in the areas of dom…
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Send us a text The episode introduces Season 2 -- a journey of embracing life’s imperfections through authenticity, resilience, and personal growth. Shari Leid, our host, discusses her transformative experiences, including handling divorce and the courage to reinvent herself while introducing exciting new topics for season two. • Defining high-valu…
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From Burnout to Balance: Kickstart Your 2025 Transformation Today
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Have you ever felt like life is just one endless treadmill? You’re running hard, keeping up with the demands of work, family, and faith—but no matter how fast you go, you still feel stuck. You’re successful by the world’s standards—a steady job, a comfortable home, maybe even a promotion here or there—but deep down, you wonder, Is this really it? I…
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2025 Family Care Roadmap: Starting the Year with Confidence
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Welcome to today’s episode, where we dive into what families can expect in 2025 when it comes to accessing resources and support on the Family Care Navigator website. As we look ahead, navigating the complex world of family care can feel overwhelming, but understanding what’s coming in terms of available tools, resources, and expert guidance is key…
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: My husband and I are licensed to foster/adopt, but there have been no placements yet. We initially thought our age preference was 2-6 year olds, but as we have gotten more information/education we think we may be a good home for teenagers. We have no children (adopted/fost…
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An Adoptee's Search for Identity, Family, and Belonging
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Join our discussion with an adult adoptee about her search for her birth family and her identity. We will talk with Julie Ryan McGue, a domestic adoptee and an identical twin. She is the author of Twice a Daughter, which explores her coming to terms with her adoption and her search …
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Unforgettable Moments: Best of Family Care Navigators 2024
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Join Bill and Stephanie as they take you on a heartwarming journey through the most memorable moments of Family Care Navigators in 2024. This episode revisits the stories and insights that have guided caregivers through legal, emotional, and practical aspects of family caregiving. Discover inspiring stories of resilience, compassion, and dedication…
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: How do you speak to family members about open adoption? My entire family supports my intention to adopt as a single parent and has been very excited and generous as I have been working towards becoming a parent. My siblings were both adopted and there is a history of adopt…
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Therapeutic Parenting: Strategies and Solutions
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. We talk today with Sarah Naish, the CEO of the Center of Excellence in Child Trauma and founder of the National Association of Therapeutic Parents. She is the author of The A-Z of Therapeutic Parenting and The A-Z of Survival Strategies for Therapeutic Parents. She is the adoptive m…
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Reflecting on the Year: Lessons Learned in Caregiving
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Welcome to Family Care Navigators, the podcast that empowers caregivers with invaluable knowledge and resources. Join hosts Bill and Stephanie as they guide you through the complexities of caregiving, offering emotional, practical, and logical support. Whether reflecting on the past year, setting goals for personal growth, or embracing change, this…
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: How can I support siblings who have been separated by foster care or adoption? How can I help them build long-term secure attachments? Resources: Sibling Relationships (Resource page) Working as Part of the Foster Care Team (Resource page) Creating a Family Online Facebook…
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Helping Our Kids Heal From Sexual Abuse
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Children who have been sexually abused can heal. Join our conversation with Dr. Eliana Gil to learn how. Dr. Gil is the founder of the Gil Institute for Trauma Recovery. She specializes in the assessment and treatment of trauma in children, especially those who have been sexually ab…
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When Time Stood Still: A Family’s Fight, Loss, and Unbreakable Hope – Owen Strong Part 2
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In part two of our amazing conversation with Tiffany, we continue to explore their journey — from the shock of diagnosis to the daily challenges of caregiving, and the ripple effects it’s had on their emotional, financial, and relational well-being. It’s a story of strength, sacrifice, and the enduring power of hope in the face of overwhelming odds…
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: For someone who is looking to become a foster parent should they go with a public or a private foster care agency? Which is best? Resources: Choosing a Foster Care Agency Becoming a Foster Parent Working as a Part of the Foster Care Team Support the show Please leave us a …
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Why Won't My Child Sleep?! (And What Can I Do?)
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Do you struggle with getting your child to sleep? Join our conversation with Macall Gordon and Kim West, co-authors of the book, Why Won’t You Sleep?!: A Game-Changing Approach for Exhausted Parents of Nonstop, Super Alert, Big Feeling Kids. In this episode, we cover: This is not a …
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When Time Stood Still: A Family’s Fight, Loss, and Unbreakable Hope – Owen Strong….. Part 1
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Life can change in an instant. For one family, the day their vibrant 10-year-old son was diagnosed with a rare arteriovenous malformation (AVM) marked the beginning of a journey filled with unexpected trials, unimaginable challenges, and profound transformation. This episode delves into the heart of their story — the emotional, physical, and financ…
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: I'm interested in adopting an older teenager (16 or 17). An agency worker shared that many older teens don't want to be adopted, and just want to age out of foster care. Is this true, and if so, is adopting an older teen a reasonable goal? Resources: Foster Care Adoption (…
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NFL Running Back Ricky Watters: How Adoption Shaped My Life
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Join us for this interview with former NFL Running Back and Super Bowl Champion Ricky Watters. He is an adoptee, an adoptive dad, and author of a new children's book on adoption, A Gift Called Shane. In this episode, we discuss: How old were you when you learned you were adopted and…
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