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Chandler foster dad finds journey challenging, rewarding

Christopher Massop Jr. takes a photo with his nephew. He said becoming a foster parent has been one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences in his life.

Courtesy of Christopher Massop Jr.

Christopher Massop Jr. said becoming a foster parent has been one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences in his life.

Courtesy of Christopher Massop Jr.

On Father’s Day earlier this month, Christopher Massop Jr. had a lot to reflect on as a foster parent.

“It’s very demanding, but also very rewarding,” Massop Jr. said. “Everyone needs love and everyone needs a safe place and a home — especially children.”

The Chandler man embarked on what would be a life-changing journey as a parent after a set of circumstances led to him to become a foster father to his nephew in what’s called a “kinship foster.”

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