"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." -Romans 15:13

Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you as you care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care.

On this episode, host Sandra Flach talks with adult adoptee and adoptive mom, CJ Luke. CJ who is 41, was diagnosed with full Fetal Alcohol Syndrome at birth & adopted by her foster family at age 5. Today, CJ is a founder & member of the Adult Leadership Collaborative of FASD Changemakers. She was the co-lead on their 1st ground-breaking Lay of the Land Survey on the health and physical issues of adults with FASD and the 2nd Survey on the Quality of Life of Adults with FASD. CJ believes that those with FASD must challenge perceptions about possibilities and outcomes, find their purpose, and change the future.

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Links mentioned in this episode:

justicefororphansny.org

justicefororphansny.org/hope-community

Email: sandraflach@justicefororphansny.org

sandraflach.com

Orphans No More—A Journey Back to the Father book on amazon.com

ALC of FASD Changemakers

"Trust in the Lord and do good; Dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness. Delight yourself in the Lord; And He will give you the desires of your heart. -Psalm 37:3-4

Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you as you care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care.

On this episode, host Sandra Flach talks with foster and adoptive mom, Madison Tyler. Madison a pediatric dietitian has worked for the world’s leading pediatric cancer research hospital where she supported patients and families optimizing nutrition during cancer treatment. Madison started her journey as a foster parent in 2017. That’s when she started to recognize many children entering care experienced challenges which affected their relationship with food, sometimes in small ways and other times in big ways. In 2024 Madison stepped away from her full-time job in order to spend more time with her family and help foster and adoptive families through Nourish with Connection. She has a deep passion for helping families navigate feeding-related challenges, build trust, and foster connection around the table.

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Links mentioned in this episode:

justicefororphansny.org

justicefororphansny.org/hope-community

Email: sandraflach@justicefororphansny.org

sandraflach.com

Orphans No More—A Journey Back to the Father book on amazon.com

nourishwithconnection.com

“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” -Psalm 147:3

Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you as you care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care.

On this episode, host Sandra Flach talks with Angela Proctor, PhD. Angie currently serves as the Director of Trauma Competency & Implementation at Boys & Girls Country of Houston in Hockley, TX. She has spent over 25 years teaching, training, coaching, and counseling families & professionals through her skills as a developmental psychologist, chemical dependency clinician, TBRI Mentor, and Research analyst. Dr. Proctor is also the founder of Trust-Based Counseling & Consulting LLC, and recently published her 1st book, “When Self-Care is a Dirty Word: Understanding & Taming the Stress Response of a Caregiver”. She is passionate about working with individuals who find themselves struggling in the midst of the stress & overwhelm of trauma & adversity. Angie’s desire is to serve anyone who has experienced deep trauma, attachment, and developmental issues. This includes not only parents & children, but educators, social workers, therapists, health care professionals, law enforcement, and anyone who must navigate challenges through relationships in their career. Dr. Proctor has dedicated her life & career bringing her expertise & knowledge to small audiences, as well as organizational consulting & professional conferences around the world.

Find Sandra’s conversation with Dr. Angela Proctor and more wherever you get your podcasts!

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Links mentioned in this episode:

justicefororphansny.org

justicefororphansny.org/hope-community

Email: sandraflach@justicefororphansny.org

sandraflach.com

Orphans No More—A Journey Back to the Father book on amazon.com

Trust Based Counseling Services

When Self-Care is a Dirty Word, by Angela Proctor on Amazon

"But they delight in doing everything the LORD wants; Day and night they think about (meditate on) his law (His Word). They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season without fail. Their leaves never wither, and in all they do, they prosper." -Psalm 1:2-3

Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you as you care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care.

On this episode, host Sandra Flach shares her third and final message from Psalm 1:1-3. This week she focuses on extending our roots deep into the Living Water so we can bear fruit of the Spirit.

This message will encourage you as you navigate parenting kids from hard places.

Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share it on your social media.

Links mentioned in this episode:

justicefororphansny.org

justicefororphansny.org/hope-community

Email: sandraflach@justicefororphansny.org

sandraflach.com

Orphans No More—A Journey Back to the Father book on amazon.com

"But they delight in doing everything the LORD wants; Day and night they think about (meditate on) his law (His Word). They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season without fail. Their leaves never wither, and in all they do, they prosper." -Psalm 1:2-3

Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you as you care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care.

On this episode, host Sandra Flach shares the second of a three-part message from Psalm 1:1-3. This week’s focus is on surviving stormy seasons by extending our roots deep into the Living Water.

This message will encourage you, especially if you’re navigating a stormy season on your parenting journey.

Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share it on your social media.

Links mentioned in this episode:

justicefororphansny.org

justicefororphansny.org/hope-community

Email: sandraflach@justicefororphansny.org

sandraflach.com

Orphans No More—A Journey Back to the Father book on amazon.com

"Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with scoffers. But they delight in doing everything the LORD wants; Day and night they think about (meditate on) his law (His Word). They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season without fail. Their leaves never wither, and in all they do, they prosper." -Psalm 1:13

Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you as you care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care.

On this episode, host Sandra Flach shares the first of a three-part message from Psalm 1:1-3. This week’s focus is on coming to the River Bank so our roots can extend deep into the Living Water.

If you’re feeling parched and withered, this message will encourage you on your parenting journey.

Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share it on your social media.

Links mentioned in this episode:

justicefororphansny.org

justicefororphansny.org/hope-community

Email: sandraflach@justicefororphansny.org

sandraflach.com

Orphans No More—A Journey Back to the Father book on amazon.com

“I will give you the treasures of darkness, and riches from secret places, so that you may know that I am the Lord. I am the God of Israel who calls you by name.” -Isaiah 45:3

Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you as you care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care.

On this episode, host Sandra Flach talks with adoptive mom, Jessica Johnson. Jessica is a coach who helps adoptive moms gain more parenting confidence, build deeper connections with their children and breakthrough behavioral challenges so they can experience more joy in life.

Jessica adopted a sibling group of 3 girls from Ethiopia in 2012. Her personal parenting experiences have given her a deeper understanding of the toll that stress can take on the body, as well as insight into how a parent’s own upbringing shapes their attachment bond with their child. Jessica founded Root and Revive Wellness with a vision of equipping and providing holistic support for adoptive moms.

Listen to Sandra’s conversation with Jessica Johnson as they discuss attachment styles, building connection with our kids, and holistic support for moms.

Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share it on your social media.

Links mentioned in this episode:

justicefororphansny.org

justicefororphansny.org/hope-community

Email: sandraflach@justicefororphansny.org

sandraflach.com

Orphans No More—A Journey Back to the Father book on amazon.com

rootandrevivewellenss.com

“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” -Romans 12:12

Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you as you care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care.

On this episode, host Sandra Flach talks with adoptive mom, Mary Byrnes. Mary is the Co-Founder & Exec. Dir. of Harrison’s Hope, a transformative non-profit org dedicated to improving the lives of individuals affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). Her journey into the realm of FASD began with the adoption of her son at birth, a pivotal event that sparked her deep commitment to understanding & advocating for those living with this Brain Based Disability.

Listen to Sandra’s conversation with Mary Byrnes as they discuss adoption, FASD, and Harrison’s Hope.

Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share it on your social media.

Links mentioned in this episode:

justicefororphansny.org

justicefororphansny.org/hope-community

Email: sandraflach@justicefororphansny.org

sandraflach.com

Orphans No More—A Journey Back to the Father book on amazon.com

harrisonshope.ca