by FosterTalk Admin | Aug 15, 2022 | News
Almost overnight, Laura Thornton became the sole carer of her two young half-siblings at the age of 27. Just weeks earlier the restaurant team leader, who was only a couple of months pregnant, had been planning her own family’s future with her partner. But then her...
by FosterTalk Admin | Aug 15, 2022 | News
Some foster carers are experiencing “horrific” money issues as they continue to wait for extra financial support that was expected in April. The Department of Health, which is responsible for allowances, said the delay was due to ongoing uncertainty...
by FosterTalk Admin | Jul 22, 2022 | News
A foster carer said she believed she was mistreated and bullied by a council to stop her questioning the authority. Claire, not her real name, said Milton Keynes Council referred her inappropriately to safeguarding and “intimidated” her in meetings. She...
by FosterTalk Admin | Jul 11, 2022 | Blog
Welcome to FosterTalk’s monthly Foster Care Blog by Foster Carer, Lisa Scott. This month, Lisa shares her experiences of holidays with her foster family, top tips and how to make the most of your time away. Every child should have the joy of a holiday, and...
by FosterTalk Admin | Jul 11, 2022 | News
A trade union representing foster carers in Glasgow will this week submit a collective complaint to the city council, accusing the body of failing to keep promises voted for in its last budget. The Foster Care Workers Branch of the International Workers of Great...
