This week on Fostering Change, Rob welcomes a cherished friend and longtime champion of Comfort Cases — actress, producer, author, and foster care advocate Jen Lilley.

While millions know Jen from her work in television and film, her most meaningful role has been off-camera: as a foster and adoptive mother deeply committed to supporting children and families in crisis. Jen recently served as emcee for the 2025 Fostering Futures Gala — her second time hosting Comfort Cases’ signature event — and continues to use her platform to elevate foster care awareness nationwide.

In this heartfelt conversation, Rob and Jen dive into themes of faith, courage, storytelling, and the transformational impact fostering has had on Jen’s life. They also explore her book, Wake Up Your Faith, and her upcoming 2026 release, Called to Foster?

In this episode, Rob and Jen discuss:

• Why Jen remains deeply committed to Comfort Cases and the foster care community

• Her book Wake Up Your Faith and the message she hopes readers embrace

• Called to Foster?, a forthcoming guide for prospective foster parents

• What fostering and adopting two children taught her about love, patience, and identity

• How Jen balances motherhood, advocacy, and a thriving entertainment career

• The responsibility and privilege of using her platform to inspire compassion

• Practical encouragement for anyone considering fostering or adoption

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Guest Bio

Jen Lilley is an award-winning actress, producer, author, and passionate child welfare advocate. She has appeared in an Academy Award–winning film, starred in multiple Emmy-winning series, and featured in a wide range of beloved movies. Off-screen, Jen is a devoted mother to two children adopted from foster care and a powerful voice for families navigating the child welfare system. She is the author of Wake Up Your Faith and the upcoming Called to Foster?, arriving May 2026. Jen is also a treasured supporter of Comfort Cases and recently served as emcee for the 2025 Fostering Futures Gala.

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Connect with Jen

Website: www.jenlilley.com

Facebook: facebook.com/JenLilleyOfficial

Instagram: @Jen_Lilley

X (Twitter): @Jen_Lilley

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