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Ten years ago, Mercedes unexpectedly found herself caring for her grandchildren. At 60, she was suddenly raising five kids, aged 1 to 10, alone and without support. Out of desperation, she connected with other grandparents in the San Antonio area—a step that would eventually make her a leading advocate for informal kinship care. Meanwhile, Heidi begins to find the stability she craves, and Marie and Michael prepare for their first placement. Will their hopes become reality?
A MWM production in partnership with Arrow, In Their Shoes is out now. Search for it wherever you get your podcasts, or follow it here
Have a story to tell about the foster care system, or pitch any other idea? Email us at [email protected]
Do you need more information about the foster care system? Contact Arrow at arrow.org/contact
Ten years ago, Mercedes unexpectedly found herself caring for her grandchildren. At 60, she was suddenly raising five kids, aged 1 to 10, alone and without support. Out of desperation, she connected with other grandparents in the San Antonio area—a step that would eventually make her a leading advocate for informal kinship care. Meanwhile, Heidi begins to find the stability she craves, and Marie and Michael prepare for their first placement. Will their hopes become reality?
A MWM production in partnership with Arrow, In Their Shoes is out now. Search for it wherever you get your podcasts, or follow it here
Have a story to tell about the foster care system, or pitch any other idea? Email us at [email protected]
Do you need more information about the foster care system? Contact Arrow at arrow.org/contact