In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with Mia Reed - wife, mom, and a passionate advocate for adoption, foster care, and children with special needs. Mia is the founder of Growing Hope in El Dorado County, a community initiative dedicated to supporting foster and adoptive families with the tools, training, and connection they need to provide healing care.

With lived experience and deep compassion, Mia shares how her personal journey led her to create a space where families feel seen, supported, and empowered. From navigating the complexities of foster care/adoption to addressing the unique challenges of special needs parenting, Mia brings wisdom, warmth, and practical insight to the conversation.

Learn about the mission behind Growing Hope: to bring hope and healing through professionally moderated training, education, resources, and community and discover how you can support or get involved.

🔗 Learn more: www.helponechild.org

📧 Contact: [email protected]

📸 Follow Mia: @miamarisareed

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