hey im in foster care and i really miss my family and i get out in 1 year im 17 now and my bday is in dec but it is really hard what can i do to calm me down?
2007-12-16 12:45:18 · 7 answers · asked by Jessica M 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Talk to a councelor. It typically helps with these things.
2007-12-16 13:00:23 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, right now you are where you are and I'm not sure that you can do much except try to make the best of it. You only have one more year and I would try to start making plans for what you will do when that time comes so that you don't find yourself out on your own, not knowing what to do next. That's a good way to spend a year and it will go faster than you think. If you are able to get a job or a part-time job and start saving money this would be good. Is college a possibility??
Get with a counselor at your school and let them help you start applying for college and for financial aid, grants or scholarships. Or, what about beginning to learn a skill or a trade to help you support yourself? I know nothing of the circumstances that out you in foster care, but it would appear that there was a reason that it was deemed in your best interest. So, move forward and start making plans for the rest of your life. Good luck to you!!
2007-12-16 12:56:08 · answer #2 · answered by judithia 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure how you ended up in Foster Care, but something tells me your family may have had some very real issues. Are you 'romanticizing' a reunion with them? Depending on circumstances, it may be better to go it alone, rather than be upset by some family drama.
Unfortunately, not all adults have the resources they need to be good parents.
2007-12-16 12:51:56 · answer #3 · answered by Fancy That 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Are you still in contact with your family. Do you get to call or write them. Just hang in there I know its tough. One day at a time. Just keep reminding yourself it won't be much longer. I know it probably seems like an eternity. Get involved with some activities at school and hobbies to keep busy before you drive yourself nuts. Before you know it time will fly by. I know from experience how you feel.
2007-12-16 13:01:19 · answer #4 · answered by tinytracy1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure if I'm correct but at 17 I think you can emmancipate yourself but only do this if your ready to live on your own. The other option would be to ride it out because before you know it well be celebrating another year flying by. Don't be in a rush be patient........
2007-12-16 12:55:08 · answer #5 · answered by missing_nyc 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd suggest calling your family, maybe writing or making them cards...
If you have a social worker, talk to them about this, too.
sending good thoughts and hugs your way...
2007-12-16 12:55:45 · answer #6 · answered by letterstoheather 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
call them
2007-12-16 12:49:55 · answer #7 · answered by izabellia 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋