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The Fostering Network helplines
… new to The Fostering Network, or haven't asked us for
advice
before, please read about who we can help, how we can … option below: I live in England I live in Wales I live in
Scotland
I live in Northern Ireland I'm facing an allegation … terms, and signpost you to specialist organisations if you
need
more help. Foster carer members of The Fostering Network …
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Coronavirus (Covid-19) - support for foster carers
… those which arise as a result of coronavirus. If you
need
any support,
advice
or a listening ear, please get in touch. Members can … can also email them at: lookedafterchildren@eani.org.uk
Scotland
Relevant government guidance Coronavirus …
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Covid-19 FAQs by fostering services
… As this is constantly being updated, arrangements will
need
to be kept under regular review. Services should ensure … vulnerabilities or circumstances as informed by the
advice
of government and other professional bodies. The aim … reserves the right to change their approval decision. In
Scotland
, a full adult health assessment should be requested …
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Help with the cost of living
… cost of living continues to rise. It is not intended to be
advice
or guidance from The Fostering Network but instead is … non-repayable discount of £400 for households in England,
Scotland
and Wales to help with their energy bills through winter (October 2022 to March 2023). There is no
need
to apply for the scheme and you will not be asked for …
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Coronavirus (Covid-19) - support for fostering services
… statutory bodies, across the UK to enable consistency of
advice
to fostering services, and to ensure the needs of our … and, as we have moved into recovery, local authorities’
need
to deploy these flexibilities should have lessened. The … can also email them at: lookedafterchildren@eani.org.uk
Scotland
Relevant government guidance Coronavirus …
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Attracting and Keeping Carers - February 2014
… with the ability and capacity to foster the children who
need
homes. But in reality, what steps are fostering services … fostering is an unfamiliar concept. I’m often asked for
advice
in this area, and shared some of my views for how to … Solutions Myth busting Nice to see Fostering Solutions in
Scotland
getting their myth busting in early in readiness …
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Attracting and Keeping Carers – June 2013
… us reach our current 2,000+ responses. We do though
need
more responses, particularly from foster carers in Wales … Recruitment and retention forums in
Scotland
An action for the Fostering Network following last … with Kathleen Toner, Deputy Director and Doris Dickison
Advice
and Information Officer. IN FOCUS As last year’s …
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Inquiry on foster care in England - your chance to have your say!
… inquiry on social work reform, again highlighting the
need
for a separate inquiry on foster care. So when the … lot of responses, but they do consider every one. For any
advice
or if you have any questions, please do contact my … 'root and branch' review of the children in care system in
Scotland
. We warmly welcome this announcement , and will look …
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Attracting and Keeping Carers - April 2015
… stories like Emily’s. 1,200 children in Manchester
need
fostering Local newspaper Mancunian Matters has … and retention initiatives. New after care provisions in
Scotland
The Fostering Network
Scotland
is delighted that … ‘Keeping children safe in education - supplementary
advice
’. PS From Italy, a modern European appeal for foster …
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Supporting learning during periods of school closure: a guide for fostering families
… this summer. Schools in England, Northern Ireland,
Scotland
and Wales have been asked to make ongoing provision … education of your fostered child or young person if they
need
to spend time at home. School programmes Your first step … for specific educational support. For further help and
advice
for fostering please get in touch with our helplines …
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