Manassas resident is glad she is an NVFS foster/respite parent, encourages others to do the same

Manassas resident, Dawn, knows the value of being an NVFS Special Foster Care and Therapeutic Respite Care Parent.

“Not only do I see the changes I can make with a foster child,” she said, “ I can see how being a foster/respite parent with NVFS has helped to change my life for the better. When I tell people I am a foster/respite parent, they say, ‘What a blessing you are to these children.’ But I say, ‘The children have been a blessing to me.’”

Dawn is one of many local residents who have chose to become a foster/respite parent. She’s glad she did, and she encourages her other community members to join her. “We need lots more parents for these kids,” she said. “It may be one the best things you’ll ever do.”

A fall training is planned for those interested in becoming foster/respite parents. Sessions will be held from 9:30 AM-5:30 PM on Saturday, September 15, 22, and 29 at the NVFS Office in Woodbridge, VA. Participants will learn how to support children with special needs, among other topics. Morning snack and light lunch will be provided at each Saturday session. To register, or for more information, call 703.219.2184 or email gsnaider@nvfs.org.