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Fostering Change

Rob Scheer
Foster Care
Foster Care System
Child Welfare
Adoption
Comfort Cases
Community Support
Mark Daley's Book SAFE
The Forgotten Adoption Option
Foster Care Adoption
Child Welfare Advocacy
Kevin Leslie
Reunification
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Reunification Policies
Mental Health
Reactive Attachment Disorder
Lily Pad
Green Care Farming
Children Of Color
CASA (court Appointed Special Advocates)

Fostering Change with Rob Scheer

Hosted by Comfort Cases founder Rob Scheer, this inspiring podcast shares powerful stories of resilience, compassion, and community. Each week, Rob sits down with guests who are making a difference in the foster care system — from former foster youth and foster parents to advocates, authors, and celebrities whose lives have been touched by foster care.

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Latest Episodes

As we move deeper into the holiday season, Fostering Change continues to shine a light on the small acts of kindness that create powerful, lasting impact. This week, Rob Scheer sits down with his longtime friend Luke Mickelson, founder of Sleep in He... more

This week on Fostering Change, Rob Scheer is joined by Dionna Carter, founder of the Foster Teen Christmas Outreach, an initiative that began in 2019 and has now raised more than $1.3 million in gift cards for teens in foster care. As Dionna explains... more

As we close out National Adoption Awareness Month, Fostering Change honors the advocates, parents, and changemakers who work to ensure every child waiting in foster care finds a permanent, loving family.

This week, host Rob Scheer welcomes back Marc... more

As Fostering Change continues our celebration of National Adoption Awareness Month, we’re highlighting the voices reshaping what adoption looks like in America—and making it more equitable, inclusive, and accessible for all families.

This week, host... more

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Recent Guests

Dionna Carter
Founder of the Teen Christmas Outreach
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Episode: Fostering Hope for the Holidays: Empowering Teens in Care Through Community with Dionna Carter
Becky Fawcett
Founder of HelpUsAdopt.org
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Episode: Breaking Barriers: Becky Fawcett on Making Adoption Accessible - Fostering Change Podcast
Laura Adams
Adoption Support Group leader with extensive experience in education and community leadership
Episode: Connected, We Thrive: Building Schools That Heal for Adoptive, Foster & Kinship Kids - Laura Adams
Julie Bulitt
Therapist and advocate for families in the foster care system
Episode: Losing a Child While They’re Still Alive: Navigating Estrangement, Addiction & Ambiguous Loss
David Bulitt
Attorney with experience in family law and criminal law
Episode: Losing a Child While They’re Still Alive: Navigating Estrangement, Addiction & Ambiguous Loss
Susan Chesnutt
An attorney who advocates for children in the foster care system
Episode: From Foster Care to Family Law: Susan Chesnutt on Justice, Healing, and Child Welfare
Baron Li
Advocate for foster care reform and founder of Four Tiers Contracting
Four Tiers Contracting
Episode: Can’t Keep Me Down: Baron Li on Turning Trauma into Purpose - Fostering Change Podcast
Tracey Heisler
A veteran CASA advocate with nearly two decades of experience
CASA
Episode: CASA’s Fight to Protect Children’s Voices | Tracey Heisler on Advocacy, Cuts & Hope
Charell Star
Author and former youth in the foster care system
Episode: From Trash Bags to Triumph: Charell Star’s Inspiring Foster Care Journey - Fostering Change Podcast

Host

Rob Scheer
Founder of Comfort Cases and host of the podcast, Rob Scheer is a passionate advocate for children in foster care, sharing his personal journey and insights to drive meaningful change and community involvement.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Love this show

    Rob is a fantastic host and Fostering Change is a really special show. I found the episode about Private adoption particularly interesting and I really appreciate them having a conversation on this often not- spoken about topic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robot630
    United States10 months ago
  • What a special show

    Fostering Change with Rob is an important podcast as it dives deep into the world of foster care and foster children, a topic not often talked about. The episode about new backpacks for children was really profound, and I really appreciated the honesty of everyone in the conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Movieguy825
    United States10 months ago
  • Youth advocate

    I just found your podcast and I am loving it. I am an advocate for youth and young adults whose lives have been touched by the foster care system; helping them transition into productive supported members of the “adulting” world. Life is not meant to be done alone and when these kids “age out “ of the system they feel it’s all on them to figure out. Listening to your podcast has given me insight and confirmed some things I see on a daily basis! Thank you for sharing the resources and stories tha... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jdepre1221
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing, FINALLY giving us all voice!

    This podcast has made me feel less alone.

    I was an unconventional “aged-out” foster youth who was placed “permanently” with my bio dad at age 17.5 (ending all foster child support services I’d had) Reunification wasn’t the right choice and at age 18 I wasn’t eligible for any service related to assisting aged out FFY because I didn’t formally age out. I had no safety net like so many others from the system, and I ended up chronically homeless and couch-surfing for several years after turning 18. ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Renerd11
    United States4 years ago
  • Fantastic Podcast

    Your podcast is amazing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jltruman
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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There is a strong acknowledgment of the podcast's role in fostering awareness and action regarding challenges faced by children in care.
The consistent praise for Rob Scheer's engaging hosting style indicates a strong connection with the audience.
Listeners feel empowered and motivated by the stories shared, showing appreciation for the resources and insights provided.
Listeners appreciate the heartfelt and relatable content that highlights often-overlooked issues within the foster care system.
Many express gratitude for the candid conversations that allow for personal and community reflections on fostering and adoption.

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Fostering Hope for the Holidays: Empowering Teens in Care Through Community with Dionna Carter
Q: What advice would you give to someone who wants to do this in their area?
Start with a simple ask, like collecting gift cards, and partner with local children's services to understand distribution logistics.
Connected, We Thrive: Building Schools That Heal for Adoptive, Foster & Kinship Kids - Laura Adams
Q: What do you see the conversations that are happening in schools?
Laura highlights the complexity for kids with different cultural and racial backgrounds in school settings.
Connected, We Thrive: Building Schools That Heal for Adoptive, Foster & Kinship Kids - Laura Adams
Q: What do you think we gain from educating our young kids about adoption?
Laura emphasizes that it helps normalize diverse family structures and supports all children from a strength-based perspective.
Connected, We Thrive: Building Schools That Heal for Adoptive, Foster & Kinship Kids - Laura Adams
Q: How did iCARE4 Adoptive And Foster Families get started?
Laura shares that it began through her experience as a leader in an adoption support group and the need for schools to support children with relational loss.
Losing a Child While They’re Still Alive: Navigating Estrangement, Addiction & Ambiguous Loss
Q: What would you tell that parent, those parents who are going through what not only you have gone through?
Stay hopeful and open to the possibility of repair in relationships.

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Focusing on personal stories that underscore the values of resilience, compassion, and community, the episodes highlight diverse perspectives from individuals directly impacted by the foster care system, including former foster youth, foster parents, and advocates. The discussions provide listeners with insightful narratives that explore the complexities of foster care, adoption, and the importance of community support, featuring guests who share their unique journeys and strategies for effecting positive change within the system. Each episode aims to raise awareness, foster understanding, and inspire action surrounding the needs of children in care and the broader implications for society.

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Recent guests on Fostering Change include:

1. Dionna Carter
2. Becky Fawcett
3. Laura Adams
4. Julie Bulitt
5. David Bulitt
6. Susan Chesnutt
7. Baron Li
8. Tracey Heisler

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