10 Ways to Say "I LOVE YOU" to a Foster or Adoptive Family

February is a great time to show love to the foster or adoptive family you support. God showed his love by sending his one and only Son into the world so that we might live through him (1 John 4:9). As our Father showed His great love in action, through Jesus, we too can say, “ I love you" through our actions! Try some of these fun and meaningful ways to say, “I love you!” 

For Parents 

1. Send a text message or meme letting parents know they are loved, cared for and appreciated. 
2. Chaperone a home movie night so parents can go out.
3. Give a personalized self-care gift - golf balls, aromatherapy oil, calligraphy pens, flowers or a favorite beverage.

For a Child

1. Help put together a special photo book of all the people a child has in his life (family, friends, teachers).
2. Select library books or youtube videos that match the child's current interests and share them together.
3. Deliver a monthly Tuesday Treat. Share treats like  water balloons, pumpkins, peaches, or sidewalk chalk.

For Siblings

1. Drop off a board game or craft along with a shareable snack that siblings can enjoy together.
2. Work with siblings to create a funny video or mural.

For the Family

1. Provide a dinner gift card and special note telling the  family how loved they are.
2. Offer to do a household chore or mini home make-over. Rake leaves, change the furnace filter, paint the front door, plant flowers or slip cover the sofa.

It makes such a difference for foster and adoptive families to know they have a caring support team around them! Anytime is the perfect time to say "I love you" by doing something thoughtful to show your support!