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27 May 2020
Deciding to foster is a big step, and it’s natural to pause and ask yourself why foster. The truth is, there isn’t just one reason. Every carer has their own story, but what they share is the difference fostering makes, for children, for families, and for themselves. Here are the ten most common reasons our carers say fostering…
read more27 May 2020
If you’re thinking of becoming a foster parent, you may be wondering what is foster care like for foster parents, what foster care is like for children who are looked after? Or perhaps what is the hardest part of fostering overall? Our foster families love the opportunity foster care provides for them and the wonderful children and young…
read more28 April 2020
One of the most asked questions is: how long does it take to become a foster carer? Do people see time as a barrier to starting their journey? Do they worry it’ll take too long, or that the process will be too demanding to fit around work and lifestyle? Another question often asked of us is, what are…
read more26 February 2020
Leap into Fostering….. Once every 4 years we are given an additional day in the year. Why not make it really count this year and using it to start an exciting journey to becoming a foster parent? We know from experience that reaching the decision to apply to become a foster parent takes time and sometimes you…
read more28 January 2020
Many people ask us some variation of the question "Can I foster if....". Therefore, we've collated and answered some of the most commonly asked questions to help alleviate any concerns that you may have regarding whether you can foster. Can I Foster if.... I’m gay? A person’s sexual orientation has no bearing on their ability to foster. If…
read more22 August 2019
If you already have birth children or grandchildren, you might be wondering; can I choose the age of my foster child to ensure a good fit within my family dynamics? You may be interested to know that “can you choose age range when fostering” and “can you choose what age to foster” are some of our most commonly…
read more21 August 2019
Most of our foster parents tell us that they have thought about it for years before making the decision to take a first step towards fostering, and we can truly understand the reasons why families wait so long before deciding they are ready to learn more. There are probably a million reasons why you might think you can’t,…
read more26 March 2019
If you are thinking of becoming a foster carer, you may be wondering how to go about explaining foster care to family and friends. To start, it might be helpful if you have an outline of the roles and responsibilities that foster parents undertake to help you describe what you would like to do. In reality of course…
read more28 September 2018
Did you know that there is a condition that often affects parents and carers called “Empty Nest Syndrome”? It occurs when children have grown up to the point of becoming adults and “leave the nest” to begin their own independent lives. Sometimes this will be when they leave home to go off to college or university, and sometimes…
read more4 September 2018
As adults, we know that our school days have a huge impact on the rest of our lives, and children in care are no different. In fact, for fostered children and young people, experiences at school are likely to have an even greater impact on their sense of identity and self-esteem. School is so much more than an…
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When children require foster care, a lot of decisions can feel like they’re happening around them. Yet one of the most powerful ways to support looked after children is ensuring their voices are heard and acted upon. In Wales, there’s a clear focus on children’s rights and participation. But in…
read moreWhen we talk about outcomes for children in care, it’s easy to focus on schools, achievements or short term goals. But what often makes the biggest difference is something less visible. It is the strength of the support system around them. For children entering care, stability does not come from…
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