Simon Williams

February is LGBTQ+ History Month, an annual observance that celebrates the rich history and achievements of the LGBTQ+ community. Within Read more...

Children and young people have talent. Believe us, during our tenure as a foster agency, we have witnessed the most Read more...

A summary When a child or young person's needs or reasons for entering foster care are determined or communicated to Read more...

You are considered self-employed when you foster and need to register with HMRC. For the children and youth placed with Read more...

Can I switch foster agencies? Yes, you can move from your local authority to Beacon Fostering or another fostering organisation. Read more...

Within this blog we will highlight the differences between fostering agencies and local authorities... Local Authorities All children in the Read more...

Beacon Fostering are hosting a coffee & fostering information session in Wythenshawe on Thursday 30th January 2025 If you are Read more...

Seventy-five percent of the 100,437 children in care in the UK today reside with foster families. Due to the inability Read more...

We place a high priority on the training and personal growth of every Beacon Fostering caregiver. An annual training plan Read more...

At Beacon Fostering, we have a real family ethos as we strive for our foster carers to feel as though Read more...

Beacon Fostering are hosting a coffee and fostering information session in Liverpool on Tuesday 23rd January.  If you are interested Read more...

Wishing you all a very Happy New Year from all of us at Beacon Fostering! Throughout 2025, Beacon Fostering remains Read more...

If you are considering fostering, you might be curious about the involvement of friends and family within the household. Can Read more...

Participation in support groups is a crucial aspect of the development of all Foster Carers. You have the flexibility to Read more...

Merry Christmas from all the team at Beacon Fostering! Christmas is a great time to not only consider fostering but Read more...

For many children, Christmas represents a thrilling season characterised by gifts, festive decorations, and cherished moments with family. However, this Read more...

The personal development and training of each Beacon Fostering carer is a key priority for our organisation. We will collaborate Read more...

During the fostering application process, potential foster carers are required to have a meeting with a 'fostering panel.' This may Read more...

Can you foster whilst receiving benefits? Yes, it is indeed possible to foster while receiving benefits, and this should not Read more...

What is emergency fostering? Emergency fostering refers to the placement of children who are at an immediate risk into temporary Read more...

At Beacon Fostering our team are extremely passionate about sport and we believe that every child deserves an equal opportunity Read more...

For many years, TV series and films have featured themes related to fostering and foster care. These TV shows and Read more...

Are you interested in fostering? Do you want to apply to foster with Beacon Fostering but you are unsure how Read more...

There are many misconceptions when it comes to fostering. During this blog, we are going to debunk some common fostering Read more...

In 2023, there were over 100,000 children and young people in foster care. There are many success stories in fostering. Read more...

Respite fostering gives other foster parents or birth families a temporary, much-needed break. By becoming a respite foster carer, you Read more...

Across the country we have experienced a loss of over 1,000 fostering households in the last 18 months. It is Read more...

Who can foster? Fostering should be inclusive and diverse and anyone can have the potential to be a foster carer. Read more...

Specialist fostering requires understanding, patience and the ability to allow young children to express their emotions, but what is specialist Read more...

A common misconception when it comes to fostering is individuals who believe they cannot foster as they have no qualifications. Read more...

Beacon Fostering doesn't just accept new foster carers, we also accept current foster carers who are interested in joining the Read more...

There has been recent data shared by Ofsted on the number of children’s homes being operated to support children and Read more...

One question we are frequently asked is whether or not foster carers are required to pay tax on their carer Read more...

The average pay for foster carers is difficult to understand as there is no requirement for fostering agencies or local Read more...

Children with complex needs face a multitude of challenges on a daily basis, often requiring tailored support systems to navigate Read more...

What is the hardest part of fostering? Fostering can have a profound emotional impact, both positively and negatively. In this Read more...

Are you interested in fostering? It is important to be aware what it means to be a foster carer and Read more...

Have you ever thought about fostering siblings? When any child goes into foster care, it is extremely tough for them, Read more...

There is currently a shortage of foster carers across the country.  During this blog we will be discussing whether fostering Read more...

Beacon Fostering have two Online Fostering Information Sessions coming up, targeting people in Preston, Liverpool and surrounding areas. With a Read more...

If you are in work, whether this is self-employed or through employment, the area to look at here is if Read more...

When considering being a foster carer, this is a relevant question as you may feel you are too young or Read more...

The provision of foster care for children and young persons to support their well being is from the hard work Read more...

Beacon Fostering is focusing locally on the support and recruitment of foster carers in Bury, Lancashire. Simon, Director at Beacon Read more...

Can I be a foster carer if I have pets? In this blog we aim to inform you about fostering Read more...

Ashley John Baptiste, a broadcaster and journalist for the BBC, had a different upbringing to many of his colleagues and Read more...

How long does it take to become a foster carer? A common question when considering becoming a foster carer and Read more...

One question we regularly get asked, is from foster carer's who are interested in switching fostering agencies to join Beacon.  Read more...

Hello, my name is David Decorte and I am an independent member of Beacon’s Fostering Panel as well being a Read more...

I qualified as a Social Worker in 1988, and since then have worked in a variety of social work roles, Read more...