New Year’s Resolutions Every Foster Parent Needs to Know
2020 was a year like no other, and one we’re glad to see fading into the distance. The COVID-19 pandemic
Foster Care & Christmas – My Christmas in Foster Care
At Orchard Fostering, we understand the importance of Christmas. Christmas in foster care can be a difficult time – but
Tips for Foster Parents this Christmas
Christmas – it’s the most wonderful time of year, right? In 2020, this sentiment might elicit a few more ‘Bah,
Interview with a Foster Parent – A Day in the Life of a Foster Carer
At Orchard Fostering, we pride ourselves on our foster carers. They are the bedrock of the work we do. But
How to Handle Separation Anxiety in Foster Care
Separation anxiety disorder impacts many foster children in care. It encompasses anxieties created by a separation from the home or
Long term foster care – everything you need to know
Providing long term foster care to a child is often foster applicant's ideal scenario and central to their motivation to
Coping activities for foster children this Halloween
Never mind Christmas – for lots of children, Halloween is the most wonderful time of the year. As a holiday,
Four ways to keep fit with your foster child this winter
Keeping fit is important. Getting regular exercise helps you stay healthy, both physically and mentally. We all understand the benefits
Five healthy tips for eating with your foster child
Food, glorious food – there’s nothing quite like it to bring a family together. Eating healthily and nutritiously is an
Fostering children with additional needs
At Orchard Fostering, we’re committed to building brighter futures for all children. Every foster child brings with them unique challenges