Posts by Marianna Litovich
It Takes a Village to Adopt a Child
Carolina Clark, 38, and her husband Michael, 42, spent Carolina’s birthday in January 2016 meeting Jordan, the little boy who would take over their hearts and become their son. As they spent time playing and bonding during that first meeting, at least one person knew it was meant to be. “His foster mom said she…
Read MoreNo Judge Would Ever Take Her Away
There are a lot of well-meaning comments about our journey through foster care from well-intentioned friends and family that really rub me the wrong way. I don’t know how you do it; my heart couldn’t take it. You’re such an angel. That baby is so lucky to have you. These statements make me uncomfortable because…
Read MoreEp. 13: On Babies, Siblings, and Recovering From Trauma
Back to AOK Podcasts Click here to subscribe to our podcast A New Placement, and Looking Ahead AOK Founder, Marianna Litovich, has a new foster baby. And Kyle is instantly in love with her. Hear the dynamic duo talk about babies, siblings in foster care, recovering from trauma, and some…
Read MoreEp. 12: A Long, Cold, Lonely Winter
Back to AOK Podcasts Click here to subscribe to our podcast A Long, Cold, Lonely Winter Although spring is almost upon us, it’s hard not to feel the weight of the winter depths at this time of year. And to make matters worse, as your inclination is to hide under…
Read MoreEp. 11: Want to Get Involved? Here’s Our Menu of Opportunities!
Back to AOK Podcasts Click here to subscribe to our podcast Our Menu of Opportunities The most frequent question we’re asked is, “What can I do to help?” As a child welfare advocacy organization, we know there are thousands of children in Massachusetts who need foster families. But we also know not all families are…
Read MoreEp. 10: Resource Spotlight — All About KidsNet, Foster Care Support Through MSPCC
Back to AOK Podcasts Click here to subscribe to our podcast What is KidsNet? KidsNet is an important resource for foster families in Massachusetts. If you need respite, childcare, access to a family resource liaison, or many kinds of support, you should know about KidsNet! Click to listen to an interview with…
Read MoreA Message of Thanks Giving
To all those who have opened your homes and hearts to children in need, this message is for you: On this day of gratitude, I want to say how thankful I am for all of you who are part of this organization, the foster and adoptive families I’ve met on this journey, and the sweet…
Read MoreEp. 9: National Adoption Month
Back to AOK Podcasts Click here to subscribe to our podcast National Adoption Month November is National Adoption Month! Listen to learn about a special connection Massachusetts has to this awareness-raising month, and about a local resource where you can see pictures and read stories of kids in foster care!
Read MoreAn Unconventional Family Tree
Angel with his biological mother, Jen (left), and his adoptive mother, Amanda (right). Photo by MamaRazzi Photography. Eight years ago, Amanda and her 5-year-old foster son, Angel, sat on chairs in the sterile hallway of a DCF office, waiting to visit with Angel’s biological mom. As she arrived, Amanda said to Angel, “Let’s say hi…
Read MoreEp. 8: What’s Been Happening at AOK?
Back to AOK Podcasts Click here to subscribe to our podcast What’s Going On At AOK? We’ve been busy the last few months! Lots of great moments to share, and milestones achieved. And of course there is so much more in the works. Hear all about it!
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