num_pages: 320
description: In the tradition of The Promise of a Pencil and Kisses from Katie comes an inspirational memoir by the founder of Comfort Cases about his turbulent childhood in the foster care system and the countless obstacles and discrimination he endured in adopting his four children.Rob Scheer never thought that he would be living the life he is now. Hes happily married to his partner and love of his life hes the father of four beautiful children and hes the founder of an organization that makes life better for thousands of children in the foster care system.But life wasnt always like this.Growing up in an abusive household before his placement in foster care Rob had all the odds stacked against him. Kicked out of his foster familys home within weeks after turning eighteenwith a year left of high school to gohe had to resort to sleeping in his car and in public bathrooms. He suffered from drug addiction and battled with depression never knowing when his next meal would be or where he would sleep at night. But by true perseverance he was able to find his own path and achieve his wildest dreams.Poignant gripping and inspiring Robs story provides a glimpse into what its like to grow up in the foster care system and sheds necessary light on the children who are often treated without dignity. Both a timely call to action and a courageous and candid account of life in the foster care system A Forever Family ultimately leaves you with one message: one person can make a difference.
language: English
title: A Forever Family: Fostering Change One Child at a Time
publisher: Gallery/Jeter Publishing