In Their Shoes: A Journey Through the Texas Foster Care System

In Their Shoes — Ep. 2: A Mother Again


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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?

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In Their Shoes: A Journey Through the Texas Foster Care SystemBy Arrow Child and Family Ministries