Birth children enter the world of foster care through the passion and ambition of their parents. They are heavily consulted throughout the assessment process but theory and practice are at either end of the foster care spectrum. Until you start…
The support system – Molly (14) Being a young person in a household that fosters, there are always thoughts of what they might lose. Attention from parents, the general disruption in their home, having to share their belongings. This could…
Inspiring the next generation – Ashton (14) In education, children are often made to think about their future and what it might look like. What you can do right now to bring that future to life? Are you going to…
Sporting excellence with William (9) When we think of role models in our homes, our thoughts jump straight to older siblings, Mum and Dad. The examples set by adults or young people approaching independence are important in framing a young…
Managing anxiety with Elizabeth (11) Beginning to understand yourself and your emotional reactions is an important part of growing up. It can be why having feelings or conditions diagnosed can have a positive impact on a person as they can…
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Son’s and daughter’s month To kick off the first series on our shiny new website this October we’re celebrating foster carers’ children with Son’s and Daughter’s Month from the Fostering Network. The fostering network sets out annually to celebrate the…
It’s been months in the planning and we can’t wait to show you around. The CFT’s new website! Putting together a website from scratch is no mean feat, you need understanding of multiple people at different stages of their decision…
The balancing act Maintaining a career outside of fostering is not for every carer or foster child – some children require a lot of attention and especially a child with complex needs, it may mean work is out of the…
Rewarding newly approved and succesful transfers with a bonus for giving our young people priceless opportunities.