The path of foster care and advocacy is rarely simple... but it’s always worth it. In this heartfelt conversation, Nanci and Logan sit down to talk about the messy realities of showing up for kids in hard places. From navigating system gaps to embracing imperfection in caregiving, this episode reminds us that real love isn’t clean, it’s committed.
Whether you’re new to this space or in the thick of it, this episode will encourage you to keep choosing care, even when it’s complicated.Learn more about Restoration225 at www.restoration225.org

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When Logan and Nanci first said yes to foster care, they had no idea what they were stepping into. In this candid conversation, they unpack the early days and how unprepared they felt, the unknown rhythms of the kids they welcomed in, and what it looked like to love through the learning.If you’ve ever felt unsure or unqualified to step into foster care, you’re not alone. This episode is for the willing but nervous—the ones who say yes before they have all the answers.Next Steps:Get Involved with R225: Learn how you can support vulnerable children and families at restoration225.orgSubscribe to the Care Cast: Like, comment, and follow the show on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple PodcastsFollow R225 on Social Media: @restoration225 for stories, updates, and ways to helpSupport the Mission: Give to R225 and help fund training, resources, and community care at restoration225.org/give

In this heartfelt episode of Care Cast, host Nancy takes the hot seat as the guest sharing her personal journey from being an adopted child, to becoming a foster parent, adoptive mom, teacher, and now an advocate with Restoration225.Joined by Lani, Logan, and Emily, Nancy opens up about the emotional complexities of adoption, grief, attachment, and healing. Her story illustrates how love, encouragement, and the courage to say “yes” can transform lives both for children and for families.This conversation also leans into how churches and communities can better support caregivers, and why everyone whether through fostering, adopting, volunteering, or simply showing up truly can do something.If you’ve ever wondered how your yes could make a difference, Nancy’s story will encourage and inspire you.

What happens when foster care isn’t about possession, but about partnership? In this powerful episode, Nanci and Logan from Restoration225 sit down with guest Jeanie Presley to talk about the sacred responsibility of caring for children, not as our own, but as those entrusted to us by God.
This conversation dives deep into the emotional layers of reunification, how to love and support biological parents, and the truth that loving a child well often means letting go. From navigating unexpected reunification calls to showing up in messy moments, this episode challenges us to redefine success in foster care... Not as keeping, but as restoring.
If you’ve ever wrestled with what it means to foster with open hands, this is the episode for you.

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Guests: Emily + the R225 Team (Nanci & Logan)
In this episode of the Care Cast, we’re joined by Emily, a resilient and deeply insightful foster advocate who opens up about what foster care has truly taught her. Spoiler alert: it’s not about fixing kids or playing hero. It’s about building trust, showing up consistently, and recognizing that every child has their own story, rhythm, and way of healing.
Nanci, Logan, and Emily talk candidly about early mistakes, the pressure to “do it right,” and how foster parents can reframe their role not as rescuers, but as relational bridges. The conversation is raw, reflective, and filled with wisdom for anyone stepping into the messy, beautiful world of care.
This episode reminds us that the heart behind the help matters more than perfection.
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In Episode 2 of Care Cast, hosts Meleilani and Nancy are joined by Logan Mabe, a member of the R225 team, as they get vulnerable about the emotional realities of foster care. Especially when it comes to reunification. This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s an honest conversation about what foster parents really go through when they love hard, say goodbye, and trust God with the outcome.
From sleepless nights to silent prayers, this episode reveals the personal cost and deep faith required to step into a child’s story for a season even when you know you may have to let go.
This is for every foster parent who’s stayed up late worrying… and still said yes again.
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Go care for one today.

In this premiere episode of Care Cast, hosts Nanci Weinstein and Meleilani Barnes share the personal stories, challenges, and moments that led them into the world of foster care.

From navigating infertility to embracing the unexpected joy of reunification, this conversation peels back the curtain on the real emotions, sacred moments, and faith driven purpose behind their calling.
You’ll hear how the mission of Restoration 225 was born, why Care Cast exists, and what it means to “care for the one.” Whether you’re a foster parent, kinship caregiver, adoptive family, or just someone with a heart to serve this episode is for you.
🫶 It’s honest. It’s hard. It’s hopeful. And it’s just the beginning.
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