Recognition in the fostering industry We take great pride in the work that we do with our young people. We are a true therapeutic fostering agency and it is fantastic when professionals recognise us for the work we do. “The young people that they have placed have made phenomenal progress”…
SEPTEMBER 2018 Despite blustery wind, the group set off for a walk along the seafront and everyone was in good spirits! About halfway into the walk we stopped off and sheltered to have a warm drink. One of the young people offered to cook the sausages and make…
APPRECIATION AWARD We are excited to announce that in 2018 we launched our Appreciation Awards for our Foster Carers, to acknowledge the valuable contribution made to the lives of our Young People and dedication shown to our Fostering Agency. The Awards mark the 1, 5 and 10 years’ anniversary of…
SUMMER ACTIVITY (5) – AUGUST 2018 A WALK IN THE WOODS AND A STABLE VISIT For this session everyone walked along a brook, through the woods to a stable. The walk took an hour and was full of chatter in various groups. Once at the stables the…
SUMMER ACTIVITY (4) – AUGUST 2018 THE LONDON AQUARIUM The day started with a train ride to London. The weather was fine and dry for the short walk from the station to Tower Pier where the City Cruiser boat was booked for a one way trip to Westminster Pier.…
SUMMER ACTIVITY (3) – AUGUST 2018 FIRE STATION AND “OWLS R US” TALK A 2 mile walk took everyone to a local fires station which we were greeted by Laura (Community Safety Officer) & Matt a fire fighter. Laura led the group through to the indoor parking…
SUMMER ACTIVITY (2) – AUGUST 2018 The first activity of the day was a kick-boxing session. Everyone took a short walk to the local park to meet with Oz from a local martial arts school. The Young People engaged with his warm up, teaching of moves and ensuing…
SUMMER ACTIVITY – AUGUST 2018 A 10.00am start with Young People, Foster Carers and Support Workers all ready for their yoga session. The Yoga Teacher introduced herself and then asked for each of those present to give their name and one line of information about themselves before…
MAY 2018 This creative session with our foster children was all about creating with air clay. It was explained how to create a simple bowl, pot or design and all young people put on an over shirt to protect their clothing. A Support Worker had produced examples earlier in the…
SHARING SUCCESS One of our Young People received a “Form Tutor Award” recognising her achievements at school. This particular child has had to overcome many difficulties so we are extremely proud to be sharing her success. These are some of the comments teachers made: “Improved progress and effort”…