Quotes by Barbara Zimmerman

“Foster parents often model parenting skills for the biological parents and may become friends of the family.”

“We have some parents who once had a child removed from their care, who have worked through the system and now counsel others who are facing the situation. They can help parents get their kids back because theyve been there themselves and know what it takes.”

“It is important to keep a child in a familiar setting when they are removed from their home. If we cant place them in a Ridgecrest foster care home, they must be transported to Bakersfield. Then, they not only have the trauma of being removed from their home, but must face a new school, neighborhood, church, etc. Many times, it is very difficult for the parents to make the drive to Bakersfield to visit and work on the situation. Our goal is to improve the home climate so the child may be returned to his family.”