From policeman to foster carer
"I knew I was adaptable as most officers are - but my analytical, communication and advocacy skills have always been useful"To become a foster carer, full training is provided. But…
Kidz Zone launch!
We are very pleased to say that we have launched a new area on our website aimed at the children of our carers! Kidz Zone is a place solely for…
Understanding your child’s digital world – July 2017
This month's blog is about e-safety and school transition from Y6 toY7. Originally featured in the Summer Holiday Special Edition of DITTO magazine for schools, parents and carers - accessible…
Fire safety in foster homes
Following the horrific fire at Grenfell Tower in North Kensington, the government is advising local authorities and social and private landlords to assess all buildings over 18 metres high (approximately…
Welcome to Steve Field!
A big FCC welcome to Steve Field, who joins us as the new Director of Childcare for England!Steve comes to us armed with a BA (Hons) in Social Work from…
Understanding your child’s digital world – June 2017
This month’s blog is about digital citizenship and raises the issue of young people needing to have a positive online presence as a future life skill when applying for jobs…
Co-operatives Fortnight: our story
When Laurie Gregory, an ex-Deputy Director of Social Services, decided to start an independent foster care organisation – he wanted to do something different. Laurie was a foster carer himself for…
Farewell to Anne Bard!
We say a fond farewell to our Director of Childcare, Anne Bard, who retired last Friday. Anne started at The Foster Care Co-operative 13 years ago - and in that…
FCC launch new Life Skills training programme
The preparation for adult life is a marathon not a sprint and for most people the process begins pre-school.For fostered children however, the experience can be very different.Depending upon the…
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