Dangers of Nitrous Oxide – Foster Parents Be Aware!
In light of increasing reports of harm from nitrous oxide (NO2) misuse, foster carers, parents and guardians should be alert to the issues and what to do to get help.…
In Memory of Our Founder – Laurie Gregory
Laurie Gregory founder of the Foster Care Co-operative celebrates the agency's 20th birthday It is with great sadness, that we share the news of Laurie Gregory passing away. When Laurie…
Bereavement Training For Foster Families
Foster parents may be concerned to know that according to the charity Grief Encounter... "One child in every UK classroom will experience the death of someone close by the time…
Resources – Helping Families Manage Christmas Overload
Don't let everything get on top of you this Christmas. Check out these resources with some useful ideas on how to manage things if emotions run high - or if…
Staying Safe Online – Foster Parent Guides
If you are planning to give electronic gadgets to your children this year, or if you are simply aware of an increase of time spent online, check out these parent…
Urgent Safety Alert – Baby Self-Feeding Pillows
The government has issued an URGENT SAFETY ALERT for baby self-feeding pillows stating they present risk of harm or death from choking aspiration pneumonia. Find out more: Urgent Safety Alert…
Anti-Bullying Week 2022 – Support Tools
This week is officially Anti-Bullying week in the UK. A time when we focus on what we can do to help prevent bullying and to support those who may be…
Blue Light Discount Scheme Now Available
We are delighted to confirm that Foster Carers are now eligible to receive a 'Blue Light Card'. This card gives members of the social care sector access to over 15,000…
Christmas Card Competition 2022
Could You Design Our Christmas Card This Year? What do you think the new king would like for Christmas? How would you decorate a palace? Or a Christmas Crown? What would…
John Lewis Help Care-Experienced People into Work
The John Lewis Partnership has created an employment programme to help give more job opportunities to young people who are care experienced. This is great news for those supporting teenagers…
