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Sep 20 2021 12:00PM

#WithYou…help keep siblings together

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Since 2018, a growing number of siblings have come into foster care, and for children whose lives are turned upside down, staying with their brother or sister can be vital.

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May 19 2021 12:00PM

Meet Kathryn, our Referrals Officer at FCA Scotland

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Our Referrals Officer Kathryn shares an insight into her role at FCA Scotland and how the matching process works for approved foster carers.

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May 19 2021 12:00PM

Foster Care Fortnight 2021 #WhyWeCare

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During Foster Care Fortnight 2021, our staff and foster carers have been sharing their reasons #WhyWeCare to showcase how foster care can transform the lives of children and young people.

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Feb 16 2021 15:30PM

Training at FCA Scotland

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At FCA Scotland we believe training and progression is a vital part of every foster carer’s journey.

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Feb 4 2021 15:30PM

Is fostering right for you?

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Mary and her husband have been fostering with us for over 12 years. Here they share their story and what they think it takes to become a good foster carer.

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Jan 14 2021 15:30PM

Can I foster if I have a pet?

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Of course, you can. Prior to becoming a foster carer, a full vet check is done to make sure it is safe to place a young person in your household with that pet.

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Nov 24 2020 9:30AM

Summer fun with young people

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If you’re stuck for ideas we’ve put together a list of activities that you could do with children and young people.

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Nov 24 2020 9:30AM

Getting back in to the school routine

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Some practical and useful hints and tips for getting back in to the school routine after the holidays.

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Nov 24 2020 9:30AM

How to prepare your home for a foster child

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Where you can take time to prepare your home for the arrival of your foster child to make it a welcoming and safe setting.

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Nov 24 2020 9:30AM

How Teddy Bears can help with Attachment

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We offer therapeutic training to all our foster carers which is training courses that are specifically designed to develop your therapeutic knowledge and skills.

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Nov 24 2020 9:30AM

Importance of keeping siblings together

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Going into foster care can be hard to adjust to. But imagine having to go it alone without your brothers and sisters around you.

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