‘Stepping Stones’ Supported Lodgings
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Nov
Nov
Why it’s good to stay put
Brother and sister Dale and Kaleigh have thrived growing up with their Foster family in Somerset.
In this short video, the...
21
Nov
Nov
Police pitch in to help Foster Children
Bridgwater Police came to lend a hand at a fostering ‘Getting to Know You’ day, for ‘looked after’ children and their Foster Carers
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14
Nov
Nov
Animals and Fostering
We’re celebrating the animals that help with fostering
Pets can really help traumatised children to settle in and open up. Thank yo...
13
Nov
Nov
Somerset Brownie wins prize for fostering poster
1st North Petherton Brownie Pack
A brownie from North Petherton has won a poster competition, encouraging more people to consider fostering in Somerset.
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10
Nov
Nov
Respite Care for Alex aged 8
Meet Alex.
Alex likes cars, playgrounds and playing with water. He’s a great eater and a good sleeper.
Alex is a sweet little boy who ...
06
Nov
Nov
Work, Life, Family and Fostering
Roger Smith in front of a fostering and adoption community display at Angel Place, Bridgwater
Meet our very busy Foster Carer Roger Smith…..
A...
31
May
May
Robyn’s story
What difference can fostering make to a teenager’s life?
My name is Robyn.
I like writing stories, swimming, drawing random stuff, playing vide...
28
May
May
Why we love fostering teenagers
Amanda and Steve talk about the benefits of fostering older children and teenagers.
They discuss how they shape and guide young lives with th...
25
May
May
One of our teenagers scoops a national award
Ryan with Lemn Sissay and Fiona Phur, Partnership Business Manager, Children’s Commissioning
A Somerset teenager has scooped a national ...
18
May
May
We need ‘Stepping Stones’ in Somerset Towns
Stepping Stones – Supported Lodgings
This scheme provides help, care and support to young people aged 16+ who are leaving the care of the local a...
15
May
May
Why we can’t wait to foster
In their heartfelt and honest video blog Rich and Theresa speak openly about what it’s like getting approved as a foster carer.
Watch their video...
