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Voices: Braids, Balms, and Belonging – Navigating Cultural Differences in Foster Care

What does fostering actually look like behind the scenes? Beyond the paperwork and the policies, what is the day-to-day reality of welcoming two small children into a busy family home?

January 14, 2026

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A Year of Meaning: Why 2026 Could Be the Year You Explore Fostering

Make 2026 a year of meaning. If you’ve thought about foster care, let this be the year you explore fostering and start a life-changing conversation today.

January 1, 2026

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A Different Kind of Christmas Miracle: What Children in Care Teach Us About Hope

Beyond the festivities, fostering offers a child in care the most powerful gift of all: a safe place to belong. Discover the true meaning of hope this Christmas.

December 25, 2025

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Voices: Navigating the Magic and Complexity of Christmas in Foster Care with Cíara Farrell

Discover practical advice on managing sensory triggers, creating new traditions, and prioritising connection over extravagance this Christmas.

December 19, 2025

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