Foster Talk
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Independent charity working with local authorities, fostering agencies & individual carers to improve the lives. Join us: 0121 758 5013 [email protected]
Joined September 2014
Respite care is an essential part of any carer's journey. Discover how taking time to recharge can help you provide the best possible care. 👉 Read the blog here: https://t.co/YxXTwQvm0n
#FosterCare #SupportForCarers #FosterTalk #RespiteCare #WeAreHereForYou
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The start of a new school term can bring excitement, but also challenges, especially for children in care. Our latest blog “Helping Foster Children Thrive at School: A Guide for Carers” goes into detail to help carers: Read the full guide here: https://t.co/xt91nBboOx
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We offer more than just advice. We offer reassurance. From legal guidance and counselling to tax support and training, our services are designed to support you at every stage of your fostering journey. Join the FosterTalk community today: https://t.co/2FN3spvng0
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Wishing all young people the best of luck as they receive their GCSE results today. We're sure today will be filled with a lot of celebrations, but for foster and kinship carers it can sometimes feel challenging to know how best to support the young people in your care.
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No matter how much care, time, and energy you put in, fostering is always evolving, making ongoing training incredibly important. Our latest blog covers all this and more. Give it a read here: https://t.co/87MDBJjzQ9
#FosterCare #FosterTraining #FosterSupport
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In response to feedback from foster and kinship carers and fostering staff, we’re pleased to share this guide to the child-focused Standards (1–12) of the Fostering Services National Minimum Standards (England). Download the guide today: https://t.co/W3LDr2rkxO
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FosterTalk members can now get a FREE ticket to some of the UK's best theme parks! Buy a ticket to either Alton Towers, LEGOLAND, Thorpe Park, or Chessington and you'll get FREE entry to another park! Offer ends 17th August! Grab your ticket today: https://t.co/L5g6R7nS0W
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Journey 2 Foster – one of the UK’s leading pre-approval training courses for foster and kinship carers. This fully interactive three-day training course provides ongoing support for carers in person or online. Download our free, guide below 👇 #Fostering #FosterCare #Carers
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To every foster dad, father figure, and male mentor – we just wanted to take the opportunity to say thank you. This #FathersDay, we celebrate you – and for everything you do as role models to everyone in care. 💙 #FathersDay2025 #FosterCare
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Due to unforeseen circumstances that have recently impacted our AST department, we regret to inform you that our usual responsiveness may be temporarily affected. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your continued patience.
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Whether you need legal guidance, wellbeing support or just someone to talk to – FosterTalk is here for you, all summer long. Our Training Courses - hosted by foster carers as well as our own staff - run all year round helping carers be better equipped for those challenging times.
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At FosterTalk, we always greatly appreciate it when Foster Carers are willing to share their views on our service and it’s always lovely to hear the positive outcomes from our advice and support provided. Please share your experiences using FosterTalk services.
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FosterTalk is proud to support a new @UniversityLeeds study into foster carer stress & support needs. Your voice matters, help shape the future of foster care support. Take part in the study: https://t.co/Td6ellBDmG
#FosterTalkSupports #FosteringUK
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This #PrideMonth, FosterTalk proudly supports the LGBTQ+ community. Many still believe that they wouldn’t be accepted as foster carers, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. What matters is your capacity to care, not your gender identity. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 #Pride #Pride2025
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Journey 2 Foster – one of the UK’s leading pre-approval training courses for foster and kinship carers. Download our free, comprehensive guide to Journey 2 Foster today on the link in the comments 👇 #Fostering #FosterCare
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Please be aware that we will be closed on Monday 26th May for the bank holiday. Our 24/7 helplines will remain open. Please log in here to access the 24 hour services phone number. You can also email us at enquiries@fostertalk.org and we will respond upon our return.
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In today’s blog, we’re discussing Journey 2 Foster, our leading training course for pre-approval and prospective carers. If you’d like to learn more about our trauma-informed, child-centred approach to pre-approval training, click the link here: https://t.co/FFRO5CJkov
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With the amazing weather this week, it's good to stay protected. Grüüm is offering a free Summer Suncare Bundle worth £37.00: • SPF30 Face Sunscreen • Aftersun Face Oil • SPF Lip Conditioner Members just need to cover the cost of delivery. https://t.co/kQiBCPRTLp
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FosterTalk’s Employee Membership gives you access to expert advice, legal and financial guidance, 24/7 counselling, and even lifestyle discounts, all designed to help you in your role and beyond. Click the link in the comments to explore the full benefits. #FosteringSupport
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