Children of Foster car

What is Children of Foster Carers Month?

The importance of birth children

Meet Kirsten, Scott and Ben who’s family have been sharing their home with foster children for 5 years. They welcomed 2 siblings brothers into their family almost 2 years ago.

October is Children of Foster Carer's month and we want to show our appreciation.

Creating a welcoming space for foster children means making them feel safe, comfortable, and at home. How can you turn a living space into a place where a child, who may never have felt stable before, feels they belong?

Hi all! I previously worked for FFC nearly 10 years ago and then moved away continuing to work as a SSW for a fostering agency.

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Picnic in the park! - Thakn you to all who came

Navigating foster care involves more than just compassion. It also requires a solid understanding of the legal rules that guide every decision. In England, foster care laws are in place to protect both the children and the carers. Whether you're an experienced foster carer or thinking about becoming one, knowing your legal rights and responsibilities is crucial. 

Foster care review boards play a crucial role in the lives of foster children and their carers. They evaluate situations and make decisions that can really shape the future of foster arrangements, all while ensuring the best outcomes for the kids involved. If you're curious about how to make a positive impact during this process, you're in the right place.

When siblings enter foster care, the ideal scenario is to keep them together, but this isn't always possible. So, what happens when they’re separated? Maintaining these bonds is crucial for the mental and emotional health of children. This introduction dives into the importance of sibling relationships in foster care and explores how they can be nurtured even when circumstances make it tough.

Caring for foster children is incredibly rewarding, but it’s also tough. Have you ever thought about how these challenges impact the well-being of foster carers? Recent research shows that many carers experience burnout and secondary traumatic stress, which raises important questions about their mental health and resilience. This article is here to help, offering practical self-care strategies to ensure that carers can continue providing the best care possible—without compromising their own health.

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Fostering plays a pivotal role in child welfare, offering a temporary haven for children in need while permanent solutions are sought.

Welcoming a foster child into your home is a journey filled with unique challenges and profound rewards.

Balancing a career with the responsibilities of foster care is a journey filled with unique challenges and profound rewards.

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Every child deserves a nurturing home, and foster carers play a crucial role in providing that sanctuary.

A nurturing environment can have a significant impact on a child's life. Such an environment is essential for foster children, who often face uncertainties and transitions.

Becoming a foster carer is a decision that can have a significant impact on the lives of children in need of a supportive home.

Here are some photos from yesterdays Easter event

How amazing do these little ones look in their costumes

PIZZA MAKING FUN

This half term we held pizza making parties for all our children and young people.

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This is Iris, read what she has to say about being part of a fostering family.

We like to celebrate the children of Foster Carers within our agency .

BLACKPOOL 2023

Families and staff enjoyed a wet yet wonderful day at Blackpool pleasure beach.

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Well done to everyone who entered our Easter competition.

Don’t forget to send us pictures of your Easter crafts, bonnets and baking .

Dont forget to send us photos of your Easter crafts and creations!

Entries will be judged on Tuesday 11th of April

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Well done to everyone who entered our lanyard competition.

We loved them all.

The winning lanyard was chosen by public vote and will be made and used by agency staff.

We hope you liked the little thank you gifts from 

#familyfostercare #fosterinyorkshire

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We are celebrating our foster carers Rob & Jan who have been foster carers for over 20 years but have been with Family Fostercare 10 years this month!! Thank you to you and your family for your dedication and hard work over the last decade with us. You are an inspiration

This years Xmas card design competition is underway and winning design by one of our children will be the company Xmas card, we’ve been running this competition for last 12 years. Winner will be announce in mid November!

October was 'Sons & Daughters Month' where we celebrated all of the fantastic support our Sons and Daughters provide within their fostering family.

We also have a sons and daughters day out organised in middle of November!

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Thank you to everybody who contributed to this wonderful video, Check out our video here!