Newsletter – FCC Winter 22 Edition
Our new #notforprofitfostering newsletter Catch up on what's been happening at the Foster Care Co-operative (FCC) over the past 6 months. Meet new team members, see what our looked after…
TikTok Guide for Foster Parents
Parents and foster carers need to be able to help teens learn about digital safety and how to manage their online presence. With 40% of the 800 million active users on…
How Can Foster Carers Grow Children’s Friendship Skills?
As a foster parent you play an important role in supporting children you are fostering to learn about social interactions. Get connected and help grow friendship skills! Here are five…
Dangers of Nitrous Oxide – Foster Parents Be Aware!
In light of increasing reports of harm from nitrous oxide (NO2) misuse, foster carers, parents and guardians should be alert to the issues and what to do to get help.…
In Memory of Our Founder – Laurie Gregory
Laurie Gregory founder of the Foster Care Co-operative celebrates the agency's 20th birthday It is with great sadness, that we share the news of Laurie Gregory passing away. When Laurie…
Bereavement Training For Foster Families
Foster parents may be concerned to know that according to the charity Grief Encounter... "One child in every UK classroom will experience the death of someone close by the time…
Resources – Helping Families Manage Christmas Overload
Don't let everything get on top of you this Christmas. Check out these resources with some useful ideas on how to manage things if emotions run high - or if…
Staying Safe Online – Foster Parent Guides
If you are planning to give electronic gadgets to your children this year, or if you are simply aware of an increase of time spent online, check out these parent…
Urgent Safety Alert – Baby Self-Feeding Pillows
The government has issued an URGENT SAFETY ALERT for baby self-feeding pillows stating they present risk of harm or death from choking aspiration pneumonia. Find out more: Urgent Safety Alert…
Anti-Bullying Week 2022 – Support Tools
This week is officially Anti-Bullying week in the UK. A time when we focus on what we can do to help prevent bullying and to support those who may be…