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If you’re fostering now—or thinking about it—the latest Ofsted and DfE statistics paint a clear picture: demand for family homes remains high while the pool of...
Fostering is meaningful, demanding work. You’re opening your home, managing complex emotions, working with schools, health services and social care—often at short notice and with high...
Holidays can be a brilliant way to build memories, practise independence skills, and strengthen relationships. With fostered children, though, there are a few extra steps to...
Thinking about moving from your current fostering provider to a new one? You’re not alone. Carers transfer for all kinds of reasons—better support, different types of...
When contact notes are written well, they do two jobs at once: they help professionals make better day-to-day decisions, and they become reliable evidence if a...
Cultural competence isn’t a buzzword in fostering—it’s daily practice. It’s how you help a child feel seen, safe and proud of who they are. When a...
Caring for neurodivergent children—those who are autistic, have ADHD, FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder), or a blend of profiles—calls for curiosity, structure, and compassion in equal...
Thinking about fostering in Richmond upon Thames? You’re in a strong place to begin. Children’s services in Richmond are delivered by Achieving for Children (AfC)—a not-for-profit...
Allegations are rare, but when they happen they can feel overwhelming. Knowing the process—and your rights—helps you stay grounded, protect children, and protect yourself. This guide...
Contact with birth family is a core part of most care plans in the UK. Done well, it protects children’s identity, helps them make sense of...
