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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.

Eithne Larkin

January 1, 2026

A smiling young girl with brown hair and pigtails decorates a Christmas tree with the help of her foster carer, who gently supports her. The tree is adorned with red and gold baubles and twinkling lights, capturing a warm, festive moment of connection and belonging.

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.

Eithne Larkin

December 25, 2025

Adult and child sharing hot chocolate together at Christmas, reflecting connection and calm when navigating Christmas in foster care

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.

Eithne Larkin

December 19, 2025

Origins foster carers Alison and Michael from Offaly sharing a laugh together in their home kitchen with Christmas decorations visible in the background.

Journey of Hearts: Going Back to Basics with Alison & Michael

Meet Alison and Michael, a married couple from Offaly who, along with their nine-year-old twin girls, have opened their home to a baby. Here, they share how simple moments – like songs and sunroom "family meetings" – build the strongest bonds.

Eithne Larkin

December 11, 2025

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