REAL TESTIMONIES BY REAL PEOPLE

Kacey was almost 4 years old when she entered foster care. She was a victim of physical child abuse and suffered several injuries, including a concussion, a brain bleed, a skull fracture, a neck fracture and multiple compression fractures. 

She was still wearing diapers and had very obvious developmental delays and trauma. As far as we know, she hadn't really been socialized with children her age. We are also under the impression that she was not paid much attention to. 

Throughout her two years in foster care, Kacey surpassed all expectations. After long roads, Kacey was potty-trained and speaking more clearly. She has been in several types of therapies, such as trauma counseling, speech therapy, occupational therapy, etc. She has made strides over her time with our family.

Kacey was adopted on December 29, 2025, through Washington County Children & Youth Services. She had been our family since the day she entered our home, but to have her share our last name has been a blessing.

- Jamie Balsinger