Kevin and Wendy never imagined their path to parenthood would involve fostering, but through their experience, they have built a loving family and made a lasting impact on the lives of children. Their story is one of patience, faith, and the invaluable support of Necco. Here’s a look into their journey of love, resilience, and growth. Watch the video to hear directly from them.
A Childhood Dream of Parenthood
From a young age, Wendy had one goal in life: to become a mother. She never doubted that her dream would come true. However, life had different plans.
"My childhood dream was to be a mom. It wasn’t a matter of ‘if’—I just knew it would happen. But God saw otherwise, and my journey to motherhood didn’t happen the way I expected. Instead, fostering fulfilled my dream."
Kevin, too, saw fostering as a way to give back and provide stability to children, something he lacked growing up. Together, they embarked on their fostering journey, not realizing the profound impact it would have on their lives.
Choosing Necco: A Foster Agency with Open Arms
One of the biggest decisions Kevin and Wendy made was choosing Necco as their foster care agency. What stood out to them was Necco’s openness to diversity and their focus on finding the right family for each child.
"We started with another agency that matched children based on nationality, but Necco was different. They accepted us for who we were and helped us grow into the foster parents we needed to be. We were open to any child, regardless of their background, and Necco made that possible."
This openness allowed Kevin and Wendy to foster children from diverse backgrounds and offer them a loving, stable environment.
The Importance of Training and Support
Fostering comes with its challenges, and Kevin and Wendy found the training provided by Necco invaluable. The skills they learned not only helped them care for their foster children but also enriched their personal and professional lives.
In addition to the training, the couple received consistent support from their caseworker, who was always available to answer questions or offer advice. This support network helped them navigate the ups and downs of fostering.
The Roller Coaster of Fostering
Kevin and Wendy admit that fostering isn’t always easy. There are moments of joy, but there are also times of uncertainty and heartache. Kevin likens it to a roller coaster ride where you never know what’s coming next.
That moment solidified for Kevin and Wendy that their time with the children, however short or long, was meaningful and had a lasting effect.
The Journey to Adoption
While their fostering journey was filled with many rewarding moments, Kevin and Wendy always had their hearts set on adoption. Necco was instrumental in guiding them through the process, helping them find the right children to welcome into their forever family.
"Our full intent was to adopt, and Necco has been key in that process. They led us step by step and are still supporting us through it. Finding an agency that could help us adopt was crucial to our journey."
Their desire to adopt led them to help as many children as possible along the way, ultimately bringing them closer to the family they had always dreamed of.
Defining Home: Stability, Love, and Growth
For Kevin and Wendy, fostering and adopting children has transformed their idea of what it means to be a family. It’s not about the building you live in but the people you love and grow with.
The love and commitment they’ve shown to the children in their care have helped them build a stable, nurturing home where everyone feels they belong.
Embracing the Journey
Kevin and Wendy’s fostering journey is one filled with lessons, growth, and deep love. Through the highs and lows, they have embraced the challenges, grown stronger as a family, and made a lasting impact on the children they’ve cared for. For them, fostering isn’t just about helping kids—it’s about creating a stable, loving environment where everyone can thrive.
Join Us in Creating Families
We are so grateful to have parents like Kevin and Wendy be a part of Necco and celebrate their dedication. Together, we can change lives and build a brighter future for children in foster care. We encourage you reading this to #BeHome for them.
If you want to become a foster parent or learn more about the process, visit: https://necco.org/.
If you want to make a difference in the lives of children every day you go to work, visit our careers page at https://.necco.org/careers.