A better way?

As a new foster mama, I just wonder when is enough, enough with the foster care system.  I understand the need for foster parenting as I am currently helping to recruit for more foster families.  In the course of meeting with other foster/adoptive mamas, I have learned of an agency that is trying to come into the state of Wisconsin to help prevent kids from going into the foster care system called Safe Families.  I firmly believe in this organization that I am trying to help the Milwaukee Director help change the state laws for Wisconsin in regards to this matter.

Here is the history of Safe Families from their website:

Safe Families for Children provides a loving sanctuary where parents can safely and voluntarily place their children in times of need. Founded in 2002 by LYDIA Home Association, a Chicago based Christian social service agency, Safe Families for Children has partnered with the local church to grow to a network of over 1000 volunteer families serving as many as 1000 children and families last year alone.

Successfully established in more than 13 states, Safe Families partners with host agencies, local churches, ministries, as well as community and government agencies to intervene in the lives of children and families that would otherwise be forgotten. 

Of course there would be screening, background checks and a home study involved if you choose to be a host family.  You can find out more information about joining SFFC here.  Why not consider becoming a Safe Family and help care for children who may otherwise end up in foster care unnecessarily?