Did you know there are 700 kids who age out of foster care each year just in Georgia? 97% of youth who age out without a significant, stable person in their lives will end up in poverty or worse. 70% of male youth who age out will end up in jail or prison. There is a solution to these dire statistics. Today's guest, Pam Parish, tells us what that is. She also talks about ways we can support these youth and change their futures. Pam Parish is the founder of Connections Homes an Atlanta-based organization impacting the lives of young adults who are aging out of foster care, homeless or without family. She and her husband, Steve, are the parents of seven young adult daughters. One of their daughters came to them through the gift of birth and six through the gift of foster care and adoption. They are also Pops and Nana to four adorable grandchildren. Links Relevant to this episode: #11: Hope for Battle-Weary Parents with Pam Parish Pam's Website Pam's books (including The Gift) The Adoption Connection Facebook Group Lisa and Melissa answer this reader question: How do I handle parenting multiple children with high needs and challenging behaviors?