by FosterTalk Admin | Apr 15, 2025 | Blog
The powerful new Netflix drama Adolescence has sparked necessary conversations about hidden online influences. While fictional, the show’s storyline, centred on a 13-year-old boy arrested for the murder of a female classmate, shines a light on very real and...
by FosterTalk Admin | Mar 31, 2025 | Blog
The number of foster carers in the UK has been steadily declining for years. Government stats show that numbers are trending downwards. This is, of course, concerning; without a sufficient number of foster carers, young people growing up in foster care may not...
by FosterTalk Admin | Feb 14, 2025 | Blog
Kinship care has, for many years, been a crucial support structure for thousands of children in England. However, for just as many years, it has been neglected, seeing less government funding and support than other care initiatives. Fortunately, the tide seems...
by FosterTalk Admin | Feb 3, 2025 | Blog
46% of foster carers report having been subject to an allegation in the past, with the majority of cases being deemed unfounded or unsubstantiated. Allegations are made for a variety of reasons, often as a result of a child’s past experiences having been very...
by FosterTalk Admin | Sep 5, 2024 | Blog
Angela McMillan is an accredited counsellor, trainer, coach and researcher, working mainly with neurodivergent young people and their families. She is Director of Elemental Health where she provides counselling, support and training for youth professionals, young...
by FosterTalk Admin | Jul 11, 2024 | Blog
Foster carers are busy people – we’re sure you’ll agree! Whether you’re currently a foster carer, or you’re considering entering into foster care, understanding how tax, National Insurance (NI) and financial benefits work is very important. To help you better...
