0_Apprentice
I grew up in an orphanage - my parents passed away when I was a baby
1_Wizard
I'm sorry to hear that. It's a shame that some kids are in orphanages because their parents are unwilling or unable to take care of them.
0_Apprentice
It wasn't too bad, I did make some lifelong friends.  Are you familiar with orphanages?
1_Wizard
I am! I recently read that most orphanages have been closed in Europe and North America. Why do you think that is?
0_Apprentice
Wow, I didn't know that! I have no idea why they would close them.  Maybe they are placing children in foster homes instead?
1_Wizard
Yes, maybe that's why. I believe that organizations are trying to give direct support to vulnerable families and more effort has been made to develop foster care and adoption services.
0_Apprentice
That makes sense.  I think there are many people that want to adopt
1_Wizard
I agree! And I think more grandparents, godparents and other relatives are stepping in to help care for these kids.
0_Apprentice
That's awesome!  What a generous thing for them to do!