Foster care is a complex subject and an even more complex system that has a goal of keeping children in safe and stable homes.  Most people don't understand what foster care is and for a lot of people, their understanding is shaped by misinformation, misunderstanding and a lot of bias.  All of that impacts our ability to empathize with the people involved.  Most of us are willing to think of the children impacted, but what about the caregivers?  The foster parents and relatives caring for the children in need.  And what about the biological parents, who despite their mistakes and struggles, deserve to have a shot at making things right and getting their children back?  How do we begin to understand such a complex system, much less, begin to make it better?  The first step is to get in touch with an organization like Fostering Family.Fostering Family is an initiative to support children and youth in foster care throughout the Puget Sound region by increasing community-wide support for kids and families.They aim to help improve things for everyone involved in foster care by educating the community and finding a role for people and organizations .  No matter your skill set or knowledge, we all can do something.  We all have a role, find yours. Find out more at www.fosteringfamilywa.org or visit them on Facebook and Instragram. Follow me on Social Media for up to date information.  You can find me on Facebook (@nonprofitluminaries), Instagram (@npluminaries), Twitter (@npluminaries),  and LinkedIn (@Nonprofit Luminaries)