Fostering Resources
Book recommendations about different types of families
If you are a foster parent to a young child, they might be wondering about their new living situation. As a child…
How to take care of a foster child’s textured hair
The number of Black fostering families is disproportionate to the number of Black children in foster care. This often results in these…
Challenges facing care leavers in the North West
Care leavers face many challenges and questions to consider when they become old enough to leave foster care….
What to know about the Help at Hand scheme
When your foster child reaches their later teenage years, you will probably be wondering what happens to the support they’ll receive when…
How the North West is raising awareness of fostering
With 866 homes and 152 children aged between 0-18 years in foster care, the North West is a hub seeking families who…
Fostering Christian children – what do I need to know?
Whether or not you are a follower of religion as well as a foster carer, you might find that you are fostering…
The relationship between social workers and foster carers
When you become a foster carer, one important thing to know is that you will be working with social workers to ensure…
Books about diversity and inclusivity for children under 12
If we want to ensure that children grow up in a cohesive society that is accepting of different races and cultures, we…
Books about diversity and inclusivity for teenagers
If you are fostering, or thinking of fostering children and young people, you might find yourself looking after an individual with a…
Engaging books about fostering for teenagers
Whether you are looking after teenagers in foster care or otherwise, you might be looking for engaging reads that will help them…