If you are planning to give electronic gadgets to your children this year, or if you are simply aware of an increase of time spent online, check out these parent guides designed to help you keep kids safe in a digital world. “Online safety is when young people know who they can tell if they […]
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There is a real and growing concern of how many young people find it OK to share inappropriate images online. It is leading to so many becoming vulnerable to potential exploitation, blackmail and harm from a young age, leaving a lasting digital footprint. If you share it, you are involved. It’s time for foster carers and parents to have an important conversation about online safety. Let’s help children navigate the digital world as safely as possible.
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Perhaps you’d like to become a Foster Carer, but you think your circumstances prevent you. You may have been told a lot of conflicting things about fostering children. With so many misconceptions around, we thought we’d help dispel those foster care myths and give you the facts about who can foster and what you can
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Ketamine is an increasingly popular recreational drug of choice for teens. This is a drug that no one should take. However, as a parent or foster carer you may not be able to stop children and young people coming into contact with it. Being informed could help the teenagers in your care to make the
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Raise awareness and break the stigma Each year 18 October is World Menopause Day an opportunity to raise awareness, break the stigma and highlight the support available for improving health and wellbeing for those experiencing menopause. Menopause is not just a gender or age issue; it is an organisational issue which can impact everyone in
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Family Decisions About Fostering Children Becoming a foster parent isn’t something you decide on a whim—it’s a thoughtful journey. It’s important to gather the whole household together from the get-go, and it can feel even more significant when you consider how fostering might impact your own kids. Ensuring your biological children’s well-being is a top priority,
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CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2023 Throughout this Black History Month, in support of the ‘Celebrating Our Sisters’ 2023 theme, we are highlighting and celebrating incredible Black women who have helped change lives and perceptions. In particular those who have influenced the lives of children and families through their work. Check out more about these women,
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Introducing The Foster Care Charity A new era in transforming children’s lives We are proud to announce from 1st October, 2023, The Foster Care Co-operative has transitioned to become The Foster Care Charity. This exciting development marks a pivotal moment in our journey to provide foster care and support to vulnerable children across England and
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With the new school year firmly underway, its a good time to put online safety back on the agenda. Foster carers and parents need to consider not just physical child safety but also the steps to take to help ensure children’s safety in the digital world. Safer Online Practices As the internet and social media
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It’s back-to-school season – are your foster kids feeling anxious? The time has rolled around again – back to school season is upon us. For foster families, this transition can bring about a mix of excitement and anxiety for the kids in your care. The first day of school is edging closer, and after the
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