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The unique challenge of fostering siblings – 5 top tips…
Overview: A look at the reasons behind the need for more foster homes for siblings in the north east region.…

The Fostering Company – Moving to the North East? Everything…
Overview: A look at the process for transferring between fostering agencies for foster carers moving to the North East or…

Long-term fostering in Newcastle and the North East is it…
Overview: Exploring the critical role of long-term fostering in Newcastle and the North East. Plus, sharing regional fostering facts and…

Fostering and adoption in Newcastle – what support is available?
Overview: An introduction to the support available for foster carers in Durham, Newcastle and the wider north east for those…

The importance of short-term fostering for families in the North…
Overview: Introducing short-term fostering, how long a short-term foster placement is and the importance of short-term fostering. Plus, answering the…

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…

Parent and child fostering – what are the benefits and…
Overview: Offering a brief introduction to parent and child fostering, we’ll also look at the benefits of being a foster…

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…

The Fostering Company celebrates turning ten!
This month at The Fostering Company we celebrated our 10th anniversary of looking after care experienced children in the North…