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Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 12th December 2023

December 12 2023 19:00:00

Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We're hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 12th December at 7pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

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Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 9th January 2024

January 9 2024 19:00:00

Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We're hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 9th January at 7pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

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Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 23rd January 2024

January 23 2024 19:00:00

Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We're hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 23rd January 2024 at 7pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

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Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 6th February

February 6 2024 19:00:00

Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We're hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 6th February 2024 at 7pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

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Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 20th February 2024

February 20 2024 19:00:00

Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We're hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 20th February 2024 at 7pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

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Latest News

Latest News

Fostering People Celebrates a forth 'Outstanding' Ofsted Result

September 1 2023

Fostering People has once again been rated as an Outstanding fostering provider in all areas for a forth time, meaning Fostering People has been delivering consistently high quality support to foster parents and children for over a decade.

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Kate Ferdinand interviews Fostering People foster parent Caz

February 17 2023

Kate Ferdinand talks about blended families with one of Fostering People's foster parents Caz and Britney who she fostered.

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Fostering People Scotland rated as 'Very Good' by Care Inspectorate in their latest inspection.

February 6 2023

The Care Inspectorate have awarded Fostering People a 'Very Good' rating in their latest inspection, saying “Children and young people experienced warm, compassionate care from caregivers who were dedicated to ensuring that they were safe, valued, and respected within their family and community.”

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Language that cares

July 26 2022

At Fostering People we have launched our Language that Cares Charter in consultation with children and young people to help ensure that we all use language which is more positive and more importantly sanctions by our children and young people.

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A fond farewell to Margi

June 16 2022

Margi started with Fostering People in our beginning back in 2000. Over the last two decades Margi has been instrumental in the development of Fostering People, but today we came together to say farewell.

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Fostering People travel nearly 8,000 miles in memory of our late colleague

December 22 2021

The staff, foster parents and children at Fostering People, have travelled just shy of 8,000 miles in memory of one of our colleagues, Helen Armitage.

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Latest Blogs

Latest Blogs

Meaningful Ways to Connect with Your Foster Teen

November 20 2023

We take a look into the practical and impactful strategies you can implement with your teen.

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7 Ways to Boost Foster Children’s Communication Skills

November 1 2023

In this blog, we'll explore the importance of communication skills, the unique challenges faced by foster children, and practical strategies you can implement to help boost your foster child's communication abilities

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Halloween Ideas with Teens

Spooktacular Halloween Ideas with Teens

October 24 2023

Check out our guide to making memorable and spooktacular celebrations that will leave your teens grinning from ear to ear.

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Dont Retire Foster

Don't Want to Retire - Foster

October 2 2023

If you find yourself nearing retirement age and pondering whether to continue working, consider these compelling reasons why welcoming a child into your life might be the perfect choice for you.

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Black History Month 2023

October 1 2023

At Fostering People we are celebrating Black History Month. Download useful resources and get involved via our poetry competition.

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Finding your purpose through fostering

September 2 2023

Transform your empty nest into a fulfilling fostering journey. Make a life-changing impact on a child's life.

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5 Ways to Wellbeing

More Ways to Wellbeing...

Staying Active – 5 Ways to Wellbeing

September 29 2023

We know staying active is good for us, and it’s no surprise to find it as one of the 5 Ways to Wellbeing, rather we’d be shocked if it wasn’t. But when we all understanding how fundamental it is to our physical health, why is there such a difference in our approach?

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Keep learning with Podcasts

July 26 2023

We love podcasts because they are so convenient, accessible and a great way to help us on our path to life long learning. One of the 5 ways to wellbeing. Find out more and see which current podcasts we recommend.

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Keep Learning

June 28 2023

Learning is fundamental to our overall wellbeing. Find out why it's really important that we all embrace life long learning.

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Connecting with others – How to improve your mental health

May 15 2023

Fostering People's Wellbeing series continues, this time we discuss the importance of relationships and how connecting with others improves not only our mental health but our physical health too.

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How to incorporate Mindfulness into your daily life

March 3 2023

We’ve all heard of mindfulness, and have heard that it’s good for us. But as foster parents, with children to care for, places to be, meetings to go to, recordings to get down, shopping to get and 100 other jobs each and every day - how do you find precious moments for yourself to be mindful?

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Fostering People embark on '5 Ways to Wellbeing'

March 1 2023

Over the last few months we have devoted some of the time discussing Wellbeing and its importance for us not only as professionals working in a stressful environment, but also as human beings navigating our way through the complexities of the modern world. At Fostering People we are dedicating 2023 to the '5 Ways to Wellbeing', join us as we embark on our journey and let's feel good together.

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Foster parent's stories

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Harriet and David's fostering story

January 17 2023

Harriet and David tell how they left their public sector careers to foster, not once but twice, coming back to fostering during the pandemic. "There is nothing more rewarding than this".

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Wayne's fostering story

December 20 2022

Wayne swapped his teaching career for fostering, but now combines both roles successfully. In his fostering story, Wayne tells us about what led him to fostering and his return to work as a SENDCo in a virtual school.

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Foster parent Yvonne urges other black people to consider fostering this Black History Month

October 17 2022

Whilst Yvonne appreciates that mixed ethnicity foster placements can and do work, she thinks it’s important that young black people in foster care have a space where they can grow into their own culture.

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Ian's fostering story

June 19 2022

Father of six foster children reveals how he knew something was missing before he started fostering. Find out more.

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Caz's Fostering Story

March 25 2022

Caz has been fostering for almost 10 years with Fostering People. Caz explains how she approaches motherhood and the differences between fostering and raising her own son.

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Nicola's fostering story

November 26 2021

Nicola, 43 and her husband, Richard, who are based in Redcar, have been fostering for three years and in that time, they have fostered three children who are siblings.

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Children's fostering stories

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Kay's story reminding us how wonderful pets are.

March 19 2021

Kay is a young person who has lived with her foster parents for four and a half years. She recently wrote an essay for school, both her teacher and her foster parents were so proud of her work.

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Madison's Story

January 12 2021

My name is Madison and I am 15 years old. I have been in care for nearly 6 years

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Theo's Story

January 8 2021

My name is Theo; I have been in care for close to six years and have noticed how dramatically my life has changed.

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K's fostering story

December 2 2020

This witty blog from a bright and insightful teenager in foster care with Fostering People, show just how much fun teenagers are, as K's describes her life and her relationship with her foster parents.

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Sophie's Story

September 3 2020

Read about Sophie's story of being the eldest of 6 siblings and the reason why she came into care at the age of 12 years old.

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Jack's Story

August 19 2020

This story centres around a young 10 year old little boy in foster care with Fostering People who is confused about his gender and how his foster carer is helping him feel comfortable with his own identity despite his young age.

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