Every 90 minutes, a child enters foster care in Georgia.
For many people, the idea of becoming a foster parent has crossed their mind at some point, often sparked by a news story, a conversation with a friend, or simply the desire to make a difference in a child’s life. But for most families, that interest is quickly followed by fear, uncertainty, or the feeling that they may not be “qualified enough.”
But the truth is, foster parents do not have to be perfect; they simply need a heart willing to provide love, stability, and support to a child in need.
Here are some of the most common fears we hear about fostering and the truth behind them.
“We’re afraid we won’t know what to do.”
The reality is, no foster parent starts out with all the answers. Children entering foster care often come from difficult and traumatic situations, and it’s normal to wonder if you’ll be equipped to help.
That’s why Bloom walks alongside families every step of the way. From training and licensing to ongoing support, our team is here to provide guidance, encouragement, and practical resources whenever they’re needed. Foster parents are never expected to do this alone.
“We’re worried about getting attached.”
One of the hardest parts of fostering is knowing that reunification is often the goal. Saying goodbye can be painful.
But foster parents consistently share that the love they gave — even for a short time — mattered deeply. For many children, a safe and caring home during a difficult season can change the trajectory of their lives forever.
At Bloom, we believe every child deserves to experience safety, consistency, and love, even if only for a season.
“We don’t think we have enough.”
Many families assume they need a larger house, more money, or a perfectly structured life before they can foster.
The truth is, children need caring adults far more than they need perfection.
Bloom helps bridge practical gaps through resources like clothing, diapers, beds, school supplies, hygiene items, and our Bloom Direct program, which delivers essentials directly to foster families within 48 hours of a child entering care. We work hard to ensure families feel supported — not overwhelmed.
“We’re afraid fostering will impact our family.”
Fostering does impact families — but often in beautiful and meaningful ways.
Many foster families say the experience strengthened their children’s compassion, deepened their sense of purpose, and brought their family closer together. While fostering comes with challenges, it also brings incredible moments of growth, healing, and joy.
Families foster with Bloom because they know they will have a community behind them, including:
- 24/7 crisis support
- Free respite care
- Academic support for children
- Foster parent support groups
- In-home parent coaching and support
- Intensive case management by highly credentialed family consultants
- Free tickets to recreational activities
- Trauma-informed training through Bloom University
- Foster parent appreciation events
If you’ve ever wondered whether fostering could be right for your family, we are here to answer your questions. Please email foster@bloomfosters.org.
The need is great, but so is the impact one caring family can make. Sometimes changing a child’s life simply begins with being willing to say “yes.”
