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Why foster teenagers? Tackling the youth foster carer crisis in…

Overview: A look at the urgent need for more homes for teenagers in foster care and the need for foster…

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How to meet children’s needs in a trans-racial foster placement

Overview: A look at the rising demand for foster carers in Manchester. Important considerations and tips for successful trans-racial foster…

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How to become foster care approved in Manchester – a…

Overview: A summary of how to become a foster parent in Manchester, looking at steps for foster care approval. Plus,…

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Safehouses Fostering and Adoption Support in Manchester – top tips…

Overview: A look at the support available for foster carers in Manchester and surrounding areas and differences between adoption and…

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Short-term fostering in Manchester – how does it work, and…

Overview: Exploring short-term fostering in Manchester and surrounding areas, including how much you get paid for short-term fostering and respite…

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Celebrating Community this Foster Care Fortnight

Foster Care Fortnight 2023 is celebrated from 15th – 28th May. This year the theme is #FosteringCommunties! Foster Care Fortnight 2023 is a…

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Parent and child fostering in and around Manchester – what…

Overview: Here, we will explore parent and child fostering in Manchester and the support available for Safehouses foster carers. We…

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How We’re Celebrating Care Day 2023

Friday, 17 February, is Care Day – the world’s biggest celebration of children and young people with care experience! This…

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Self care at Christmas

Christmas, the period around it, and winter in general can bring moments of real joy, but they can also present…