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Make it a summer to remember: Free & low-cost days out for fostering families in South Glos
Read more: Make it a summer to remember: Free & low-cost days out for fostering families in South GlosWhether you’re a parent, carer, or part of a fostering family, South Gloucestershire has a fantastic mix of free and low-cost activities to make this summer memorable without breaking the…
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Give a child a summer to remember — Foster with South Gloucestershire
Read more: Give a child a summer to remember — Foster with South GloucestershireImagine giving a child their very first holiday, ice cream by the sea or their first memory of what family feels like. Give a child a summer to remember.
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Did you know foster carers get paid?
Read more: Did you know foster carers get paid?Discover how much foster carers get paid and the generous allowances provided for caring for children in foster care.
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“Fostering changed my life” – Rachel’s story
Read more: “Fostering changed my life” – Rachel’s storyFor Rachel, fostering was always part of her life plan, long before she made it a reality. But it wasn’t just a career change—it changed her life.
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Fostering community and connection with Mockingbird
Read more: Fostering community and connection with MockingbirdHow Mockingbird is creating connection and community for foster carers, their families, and children in care in South Gloucestershire.
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Our Men’s Group: Building support, mentorship and connection though shared experiences
Read more: Our Men’s Group: Building support, mentorship and connection though shared experiencesFoster carer Lee helped set up a Men’s Group, a place where male foster carers can meet, share stories, and support each other. He tells us all about it.
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World Social Work Day: Abby’s Journey to Becoming a Social Worker
Read more: World Social Work Day: Abby’s Journey to Becoming a Social WorkerIn celebration of World Social Work Day, Abby, a student social worker, talks to us about why she chose to return to education and pursue a career in social work.
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“I feel so passionate about fostering!” – Tia’s fostering story
Read more: “I feel so passionate about fostering!” – Tia’s fostering storyFoster Carer Tia, recently transferred to South Glos so her young person would benefit from Mockingbird.
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Five reasons why you should become a foster carer
Read more: Five reasons why you should become a foster carerWhile our foster carers share the desire to help children and young people in need, they all come from all different walks of life, and each have their own personal…
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Becoming a foster carer, your journey to approval
Read more: Becoming a foster carer, your journey to approvalBecoming a foster carer involves a thorough assessment process, but our friendly and knowledgeable team make it as smooth as possible. Fostering Recruitment Officer, Emily explains what to expect on…
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Thank you to my foster carers
Read more: Thank you to my foster carersCharlotte shares how her foster carers helped shaped her life.
