In the tradition of The Promise of a Pencil and Kisses from Katie
comes an inspirational memoir by the founder of Comfort Cases about his
turbulent childhood in the foster care system and the countless
obstacles and discrimination he endured in adopting his four children.
Rob Scheer never thought that he would be living the life he is now.
He's happily married to his partner and love of his life, he's the
father of four beautiful children, and he's the founder of an
organization that makes life better for thousands of children in the
foster care system.
But life wasn't always like this.
Growing up in an abusive household before his placement in foster care,
Rob had all the odds stacked against him. Kicked out of his foster
family's home within weeks after turning eighteen--with a year left of
high school to go--he had to resort to sleeping in his car and in public
bathrooms. He suffered from drug addiction and battled with depression,
never knowing when his next meal would be or where he would sleep at
night. But by true perseverance, he was able to find his own path and
achieve his wildest dreams.
"A heartwarming, hopeful memoir brimming with humanitarianism and
compassion" (Kirkus Reviews), Rob's story provides a glimpse into what
it's like to grow up in the foster care system, and sheds necessary
light on the children who are often treated without dignity. Both a
timely call to action and a courageous and candid account of life in the
foster care system, A Forever Family ultimately leaves you with one
message: one person can make a difference.
