Local councils team up to achieve one goal – recruit the next generation of foster carers.
Foster for Bradford has joined forces with other councils & Trusts to recruit the next generation of foster carers
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Party to Celebrate Foster Care Fortnight 2023
Foster families in Bradford enjoyed a great day out to celebrate Foster Care Fortnight
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Bradford Foster Square renamed in recognition of Foster Care Fortnight 2023
Bradford Forster Square station is renamed Bradford Foster Square to mark Foster Care Fortnight 2023
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Foster carers fees and allowances increase from 1st April 2023
Bradford Council has announced that the professional fees that foster carers receive will be increased. The increase of 12.4% comes in...
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Things to do during February half-term
February half term can be full of family fun We've had a look around the district (and beyond) to come up with a few ideas for you to try...
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Fostering at Christmas
Fostering children is important all year round – but it’s an extra special thing to do at Christmas. Fostering in Bradford is Bradford...
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Fostering film: Childhood
Our short film, Childhood, highlights the impact of neglect on children, in this instance, brothers and sisters, who are sometimes left...
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Who Needs Fostering? Arya, Aesha and Aftab’s Story
Learn more about Arya, Aesha and their brother Aftab, who would like to move into a long-term home together.
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Fostering Stories: Ruth and Kev
We spoke with the couple about their experiences fostering with their local council.
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A poem, written by one of our wonderful foster carers
We are proud to share with you a poem by one of our wonderful Bradford Fostering community.
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Can I foster if I'm LGBT+?
Can I foster if I’m LGBT+? Absolutely!
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Children In Care: Dylan's Story
Who needs fostering? Meet Dylan, aged 11.
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Making Memories: Local offers for fostering families
Carers working with Bradford Fostering receive access to a wide range of discounts to help create fun memories with fostered children.
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Highlighting our wonderful foster carer community
We shine a light on the incredible work our fostering community do everyday to make each other feel welcome and supported in Bradford.
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What fostering has taught me
Our foster carers shared some of the key lessons they learnt after becoming foster carers with Bradford Fostering.
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Talking to children about online safety
Top tips for starting the conversation about online safety.
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What is the difference between long-term and short-term foster care?
We explain the difference between short-term and long-term foster care.
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Fostering as a single foster carer
We welcome foster carers who are single! No matter your relationship status, sexual orientation or gender identity, you can foster with us.
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Support, Stability and Training: Life as a foster carer in Bradford
Life as a foster carer can be challenging - but there will always be someone there to help and support you.
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Striking a balance between fostering and working
We discuss ways foster carers can foster and work at the same time.
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