Sharon is described as a patient and dependable individual who enjoys spending time with her family. She has raised an adult daughter and assisted in raising her nephew. In raising her daughter, Sharon utilized loss of privileges, restrictions, and natural consequences as forms of discipline. Sharon states that she will utilize the same techniques for foster children. Sharon does not believe in the use of corporal punishment. Sharon understands that corporal punishment is not allowed by her or any other individual. Sharon understands the importance of establishing and enforcing rules as a means of encouraging prosocial behaviors and discouraging undesired behaviors.
Sharon has developed an understanding of foster children and foster care through her experience in the Human Service field. She understands that foster children will have experiences that she may have never experienced. She has identified that foster children will need time and will have difficulty adjusting to the home. Sharon believes that as a parent she is very patient and understanding individual. She states that as a parent communication is important. Sharon believes that active listening and keeping an open line of communication are both key in parenting children.
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She agrees that she will work with the biological family to help maintain the relationship, when permitted. Sharon also understands that the foster child may have multiple service providers and understands the importance of all the services that may be in place. She agrees to work cooperatively with First Home Care and any other agency involved in the foster child’s