22 December 2015

Being a care leaver is often difficult and can be fraught with challenges as the quote below evidences. “When, like me, you live by yourself, it's more hurtful when you realise you're no longer in the care system and you really don't have a family. When you leave care, that's when you realise life is only going to…

14 December 2015

Christmas can, and should be, a magical time for children and their families, but many fostered children and young people can find this time of year very stressful and difficult. Christmas can present a mixed bag of emotions, and it’s important for foster carers to acknowledge the feelings the Season may evoke, and support the young person to manage…

26 November 2015

Navigating the complexities of fostering while managing a full-time job can seem daunting at first glance. Many prospective foster carers wonder if it's possible to juggle the responsibilities of both roles effectively, which is why “can you foster and work full time?” is one of the most common questions we receive. This comprehensive guide delves into the intricacies…

17 November 2015

As experienced foster carers looking to change fostering agency you should have a clear idea of what you are looking for from any new agency. If what you are looking for is an agency that offers extensive knowledge shared by staff with many years of experience and who know what a good foster care agency looks like, an…