The government must provide an emergency fund for families waiting for the ASGSF - Sign the Petition! https://t.co/G9nPXyGsHS via @UKChange

The government must provide an emergency fund for families waiting for the ASGSF - Sign the Petition! https://t.co/G9nPXyGsHS via @UKChange

The government must provide clarity on the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support fund - Sign the Petition! https://t.co/YxPTjDoGOQ via @UKChange

We've made the decision to leave X, a decision rooted in our passion for supporting inclusion & diversity, & valuing safety & care in the world. Connecting with our community remains deeply important to us, so we hope you will find us on other platforms

The festive season doesn’t bring cheer to everyone, and this can feel isolating and different 🤍 Our free resource on preparing for Christmas can be found on our website: https://t.co/XBv0uNnkvk

In the run up to Christmas, please remember that it doesn’t matter what everyone else is doing as you know what’s best for your family. We wanted to share a few festive prep ideas as we head into the season… 🎄 #christmas #adoptionsupport #fostercare

As educators we do more than teach content, we provide a relational anchor. In the classroom, predictability and attunement can help to rebuild a send of trust in adults and the world. #traumainformededucation #drkarentreisman #adoption #fostercare

Nothing worse than holding the hand of your child who is squeezing it so hard because they don’t want to go back to school….

"I think there's something wrong with me as I have so many tantrums"(child) "There is nothing wrong with you. You lived toxic stress and your dis-stress stored in your body and mind spills over from time to time (adoptive parent) #Trauma #panic

Must reads for all teachers! 📖 @theyellowkite

We take Headteachers with us on a journey whereby we consider our Orchid children FIRST as they have a lot to communicate to us about how we function best as human beings. This wisdom directs policy. @TouchBase_UK

Am concerned to hear there are many quick fix solutions being applied within councils around the urgent need for relational policies that are trauma responsive. This is TOO important a matter. Please consult those of us who are long standing experts in the field. @TouchBase_UK

The psychoanalyst Wilfred Bion described containment as when the primary caregiver takes in the emotional experience of the baby, modulates it inside themselves and conveys understanding of these emotions in a “digested” form. Contained emotions are no longer overwhelming.

Connection is so much more powerful than we realise ✨ #connection #traumarecovery #adoption #fostercare #traumainformededucation

“Know me to teach me”. Louise Bomber giving her keynote speech on child development, attachment and neuroscience, and the education of traumatised children.

We are really excited to present present the first of our new workshops for parents and carers of children who have experienced ACEs. Our workshops can be accessed in your own time at an introductory price of £10 ❤️ You can book via our website here https://t.co/l9WRUoXwfN

Let’s be that compassionate, safe environment for the children and young people in our lives who have experienced developmental and relational trauma. #reflection #trauma #adoption #fostercare #education

Seguridad is our attachment and developmental trauma specialist assessment. It can be funded by the ASGSF for adopted children or those in kinship care. It is an in-depth look at how what a child has lived impacts them in the here-and-now, and includes a therapeutic support plan.

Here are some ideas to help support your child after school for our #TouchBaseTuesdayTips School can be such a big ask for children who have experienced relational and developmental trauma, support at the end of the day can make a big difference. #adoption #fostercare #trauma

Some TouchBase Tips for parents and carers supporting their children to settle into the new school year, it can be such a challenging time for those who have experienced ACEs. We will be sharing more free resources via our website this year, keep your eyes peeled! #education