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John DeGarmo

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Born in 1969, Dr. John DeGarmo has worn many hats throughout his life. Singing and dancing while touring around the world in the international super group, Up With People, serving as a D.J. at four different radio stations on two different continents, working in the professional wrestling industry, teaching English and Drama at the high school level, and working as a media specialist at two different schools, Dr. DeGarmo has had a variety of experiences.

Dr. John has appeared on several TV programs, including CNN HLN, Good Morning America, ABC Freeform, and NBC, FOX, CBS, PBS stations. He writes regularly for many magazines, and is a regular contributor to several publications, both in the United States and over seas.

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What Foster Parents Should Know Before a Child Starts Looking for Biological Family

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At some point, many foster parents hear a question that carries a lot of weight:
“Do you think I could find them?”
It might come out of nowhere. Or it might build over time through small comments and interest.
However it shows, a child seeking information on their biological family is a moment that
deserves care, understanding, effort, patience, and honesty.
It can also feel complicated. You may want Read more of this blog post »
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“Affirming words from moms and dads are like light switches. Speak a word of affirmation at the right moment in a child's life and it's like lighting up a whole roomful of possibilities.”
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