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Foster parents recount welcoming 100 foster children
Foster couple Roland and Theresa Desharnais recall caring for 100 foster children over 31 years in Methuen and Pelham while awaiting their 101st arrival. They describe love and flexibility, note past plans to adopt, and reflect on the impact of foster care despite the challenges of letting children go.
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Pelham
N.H
Catholic Charities of
Greater Lawrence
Maureen Brown
Desharnais