Fostering Carers Blogs
Fosterman
Fosterman is a father and a fostercarer. He's fun loving and has ample of experience to provide any newbie carer with insight and know-how.
Fed and Watered Blog
I have to admit that I am not a fan of this really hot weather and I found out that James (name changed) isn’t either. It’s been a real struggle to sleep the last few days for both of us
Mum Blog
It’s nice to be back to normal after both James (name changed) and yours truly had been suffering from man-flu. James had returned to school and I was catching up with household chores and getting ready for Christmas. James had
Less Ordinary Family
Harriet is a birth mum of two teenage daughters and a fostercarer to a disbled girl called Alice. With her husband, Charlie by her side, they navigate the waters of a less ordinary family lifestyle.
Christmas starts
Saturday’s Fostering Blog Today we went to our first “Christmas” event – it was a Christmas craft fair run by our church at the local village hall. I have to say these events are not really my cup of tea,
Blog Unannounced Visit
Thursday’s Fostering Blog The Unannounced Visit!! Around once a year we get our unannounced visit from Social Services. This is required by Oftsed, as a check up on all foster carers. I am not opposed to the idea itself, its
Emma’s Fostering Days
Emma’s Fostering days blog are by an experienced foster carer who gives you an honest and revealing insight into the ups and downs of foster care. A great resource for other carers and those interested in becoming carers.
The wrong crowd
Emma’s fostering Blog The wrong crowd Sophie came to us at 8 she was polite, courteous and eager to please, sometimes she was reluctant to think for herself, she needed additional boundaries to keep her focused. She was happy and
Big Ben
Emma’s fostering blog Big Ben When Dan first came to us we soon learned that he hadn’t had any experiences of life outside where he came from. He was so Inquisitive, he was like a toddler asking how this and
Helen's Fostering Journey
Helen is new to Foster Carer. After along time thinking about taking the leap Helen and partner get stuck in with there first placement(s). Insight into their journey.
Possessions
Helen’s Fostering Blogs Possessions Both Harry and Beth are very protective about all of their possessions and this has not altered at all in the 16 months they have been living with us. When Beth and Harry first came to
Fostering Respite Blog
The Importance of Respite. The need to be you, every now and then. When you are caring for children who have experienced trauma in their lives, at times it can be very demanding and draining. There will be many times
