Foster Care Fortnight The Fostering Network
WHY FOSTER WITH ACTION FOR CHILDREN? As one of the UK’s leading children’s charities, we are not motivated by profi t. What’s right for children drives everything we do. Our 7,000 staff and volunteers improve the lives of 390,000 children and their families across the UK each year. T is includes children who can no longer live with their birth families. We are proud of the fact that we have been rated as the Highest Quality Fostering Service in Wales by the National Fostering Framework and we are currently recruiting foster parents to join our award winning team. WHO CAN FOSTER? We’re open to everyone. Foster parents come from all walks of life, all races, cultures and ages (above 21 which is a minimum requirement). You can be male
or female, married or single, straight, lesbian, gay, trans or bi-sexual. You can be a home owner or live in rented accommodation. WHAT MAKES A GREAT FOSTER PARENT? Are you a good listener? Are you non-judgmental but clear about boundaries? Do you have a good sense of humour and the energy to introduce new experiences and opportunities that help a child develop? Do you have the patience and persistence to deal with setbacks? Can you develop good relationships with birth families and work closely with schools, encouraging and supporting attendance, homework and positive friendships? Foster children need foster parents who understand their behaviour and can still see the child. Foster Parents who know how to deal with situations and gain the trust of a child. If this sounds like you, call 01633 270422 or visit
www.actionforchildren.org.uk to fi nd out how you can make the diff erence in the life of a child. We’re looking forward to hearing from you.
TLC Wales changes lives - Could You?
Who do you turn to if you need to talk? Who do you ask if you need help? For children at TLC the answer is simple
“My Foster Carer”
If you think you have the heart to foster text ‘TLC’ to 66777
We need foster carers to look after children with disabilities and complex medical needs for long term short term and respite fostering.
We offer 24/7 support, first class training
& generous fostering allowance.
Tel: 01269 846371 for further information.
18 - Friday 28th April 2017 – Cardiff & South Wales Advertiser
When J was born he didn’t appear to develop at the normal rate and had diffi culty feeding. His parents were told he had suffered brain damage. They were told it was unlikely he would reach his first birthday and would need 24 hour care. His parents were unable to cope and meet his needs so J had to be placed in foster care. It was diffi cult to find foster carers who would look after a baby with unknown needs and a short life expectancy. ABOUT TLC WALES TLC Wales specialise in fostering children with disabilities and complex medical needs and due to the high level of specialist carers they were able to find a suitable match for baby J. Carers who offered him more than just a place to live. J began to thrive, giving hope for his future. He has been with his foster carers for 7 years now, he is part of their family and they couldn’t imagine life without him. He enjoys life and his smile warms everyone’s heart.
TLC focuses on the best outcomes for children whatever they might be. They are a Tier 1 provider and have one of the lowest placement breakdown figures in Wales. They are hugely proud of what they do but without specialist foster carers they would be unable to provide care and support and J’s story could have been very different.
They
need short term, long term and respite carers for sibling groups, parent and child as well as solo placements. They offer first class training, 24/7 support and a generous allowance. If you have any questions or are interested in fostering please Text TLC to 66777.
www.cardiffandsouthwalesadvertiser.com
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