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Al coates @alcoates.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

The more time I spend with families caring for children that have experience unsupported adversity the clearer it is that we need to do more. More to create a system that can walk with them throughout childhood and beyond. More to reduce isolation and stigma. More financial support. More kindness.

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Sarah Anderson @sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

I have found that it requires very little to extend kindness to birth parents and families, even in the face of their anger. Never underestimate the transformative power of empathy and respect, the shift is instant when met with understanding rather than judgment. fosterwiki.com/wiki/contact...

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Contact and Family Time | FosterWiki

One of the most important parts of our professional role is supporting and promoting contact and family time between children and young people in our care and their birth families. Sometimes this can ...

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Sarah Anderson @sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

Exciting Announcement 📣 A brand new groundbreaking approach and course with the power to revolutionise foster care and outcomes. Relational Care in Practice Available April nfcq.co.uk/relational-c...

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Relational Care in Practice | NFCQ

Relational Care- - A Transformative Approach to foster care, grounded in the realities of everyday practice and shaped by those whose expertise is ...

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Carolyn Moody MBE @carolynmoodymbe.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

The landmark ruling that changes everything. The recent ruling granting foster carers access to Employment Tribunals is a monumental step forward!.. Author Sarah Anderson Founder of FosterWiki. fosterwiki.com/historic-rul... #fosterWiki #fostercare #fostercare #nupfc

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Historic Ruling: A Defining Moment for Foster Care | FosterWiki

Historic Ruling- A Defining Moment for Foster Care. The landmark ruling that changes everything. The recent ruling granting foster carers access to..

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Sarah Anderson @sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

Historic ruling and step forward in foster care, empowering foster carers everywhere 💥

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Family Rights Group @familyrightsgp.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

📢Today, MPs debated the Children’s Wellbeing & Schools Bill – a huge opportunity to reform child welfare! It includes families having the opportunity to come up with solutions before children enter care & a new local kinship care offer. Our analysis 👇 frg.org.uk/policy-and-c...

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Carolyn Moody MBE @carolynmoodymbe.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

www.gov.uk/government/n... ‘Major reforms to protect thousands of vulnerable children hidden from sight will take another crucial step forward today’ Department for Education and The Rt Hon Bridget Phillipson MP Published 8 January 2025

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Children’s bill to keep children safe from exploitation

Major reforms to protect thousands of vulnerable children hidden from sight will take another crucial step forward today.

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Al coates @alcoates.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

Episode 201 - Sarah Anderson from Foster Wiki talks allegations. Allegations are a massive issue for foster carers and in this episode we unpick the impact and consider what can be done. Perhaps we should do this for adoptive families as well? buff.ly/3dF9Hyq

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An adoption blog following a adoptive father's story and process Adoption Dad and his adoptive family

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Sarah Anderson @sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social · 04/01/2025

Great to be back on the Adoption and Fostering Podcast this week. Such a great conversation as always, let me know what you think! podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...

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Episode 201 - Sarah Anderson from Foster Wiki talks allegations.

Podcast Episode · The Adoption and Fostering Podcast · 04/01/2025 · 59m

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Sarah Anderson @sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social · 03/01/2025

Have you listened to this? The 200th episode of The Adoption and Fostering Podcast. @alcoates.bsky.social and @gayadoptiondad.bsky.social hand over the hosting to the the one and only @markowers.bsky.social Brilliant as always, a gorgeous listen! podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...

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Episode 200 - Christmas Special and 200th Episode Celebration

Podcast Episode · The Adoption and Fostering Podcast · 21/12/2024 · 1h 32m

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Sarah Anderson @sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social · 22/12/2024

5 Key Questions for 2025 Can we ensure children & carers’ voices shape policy and practice? Are FC and SW truly valued and trusted? Is training equipping all to handle complex challenges? Is everyone supported by inclusive networks? Can we address systemic issues and innovate to improve care?

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Niki Marangos @nicolakym.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

As adults in children’s social care,we must all be the guardians of their memories, ethically,holding life stories with care, respect & responsibility, ensuring their past is honored as they move forward 🌻 @sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social @alcoates.bsky.social #adoption #children #fostercare

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Carolyn Moody MBE @carolynmoodymbe.bsky.social · 15/12/2024

I remember when a visit from a social worker really made a difference for a child I cared for. He built a genuine relationship, and it felt natural to have them visit, because he knew they cared. I can’t say this anymore. Children & adults need to build trust with the people around them #fostercare

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Sarah Anderson @sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social · 15/12/2024

Call yesterday from one of our precious extended family. She wanted to say Happy Christmas, and say one of her happiest memories was every Christmas Eve going skating in Santa hats. Skating became a magical little tradition that bonded us all. She asked if we could teach her children to skate ❤️

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Sarah Anderson @sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

Foster carers get £7.50 an hour?? Where did they get those figures? Very very few get anything like that. I have to say this article makes for very, very uncomfortable reading 😔 www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/market...

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Private equity sharks cash in on foster care

It comes as many foster carers are dropping out, saying that the sums they receive for looking after children are inadequate.

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Carolyn Moody MBE @carolynmoodymbe.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

fosterwiki.com Curious about fostering? Ready to learn more about the incredible role of foster carers? Sign up today #FosterWiki join a community dedicated to supporting and enriching the lives of foster families #FosterCare #FosterWikiCommunity #FosterCareSupport

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FosterWiki | Empowering Foster Carers with Knowledge

Foster Wiki was designed to help empower Foster Carers with knowledge, through examples and experience of Foster Carers

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Carolyn Moody MBE @carolynmoodymbe.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

Listening to foster carers should be central to any reform effort aiming for meaningful and lasting change- ‘Stable Homes, Built on Love’ #FosterCare #FosterWiki fosterwiki.com/childrens-so...

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Children's Social Care Inquiry | FosterWiki

At present the feedback from foster carers is there has been no perceptible change since the Better Homes Built on Love strategy was introduced, rather we are

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Al coates @alcoates.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

In the new year I'm signed up to deliver 14 training events for Kinship. I'll be supporting carers to manage challenging/ aggressive behaviour The needs within the #Kinship community are hidden and often laced with complex circumstances. I'm sure we can grow this conversation #CCVAB #CPV #CPVA

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Sarah Anderson @sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

Are we about to see more of this? When priorities shift, foster care often gets dismissed and neglected. With the new government reform of children’s services aiming to keep children at home, it raises serious concerns. news.sky.com/story/sara-s...

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Sara Sharif murder is 'heartbreaking reminder' of 'profound weaknesses' in child protection

Dame Rachel de Souza, the children's commissioner for England, is demanding urgent reforms, saying the 10-year-old was "failed in the starkest terms", adding there should be "no more reviews, no more ...

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Carolyn Moody MBE @carolynmoodymbe.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

“Behaviour is the language of trauma. Children will show you before they tell you that they are in distress.” Micere Keels Christmas- Plan ahead, have a backup support plan, discuss this with your Fostering SW & your family, be prepared 🤔 #fostercare #fosterWiki fosterwiki.com/wiki/behavio...

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Behaviour that challenges | FosterWiki

A guide to behaviour that challenges, critical and acute situations, responding, reporting, recording, and support.

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Sarah Anderson @sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

From Misleading to Meaningful: Transforming the Foster Carer Recruitment Messaging. Let's do this! Imagine the possibilities. Imagine the improved outcomes for children in care. fosterwiki.com/transforming...

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From Misleading to Meaningful: Transforming Foster Care Recruitment Messaging | FosterWiki

Foster Care Recruitment - Transforming Foster Care Spend a few minutes on social media, and you’ll likely come across them,

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Sarah Anderson @sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

Foster carer Robert Spencer digs deep into the systemic issue felt by so many foster carers. Not an easy read, but something we need to face head on with some really good honest and open conversations. We can fix this! fosterwiki.com/foster-cares...

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Foster care's crisis - The toxic culture | FosterWiki

Foster care's crisis - The toxic culture no one wants to talk about. It’s impossible to ignore the toxic culture that’s responsible for ...

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Carolyn Moody MBE @carolynmoodymbe.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Christmas is especially hard for children in care. Foster carers often change their own traditions to support them, but many children still worry about their parents, feel guilty for joining in or even hope to spoil Christmas. Let’s spare a thought for foster carers caring this Christmas #Support

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Carolyn Moody MBE @carolynmoodymbe.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Did you know that a big part of supporting our adults is building their confidence? True support isn’t just about offering advice, it’s about empowering them to trust their instincts and feel capable of making the right decisions. By encouraging self belief they grow, adapt and achieve #SharedLives

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Carolyn Moody MBE @carolynmoodymbe.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Do you know that supporting adults is about creating a safe, trusting environment? It’s the relationship we have built together that helps them feel secure, open up, be vulnerable, and grow #SharedLives

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Carolyn Moody MBE @carolynmoodymbe.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

fosterwiki.com/about-foster... I support FosterWiki as an Ambassador because it gives a voice to foster carers through firsthand experiences. It calls for change, providing support and advocating for better care for both children and foster carers #fosterWiki #fostercare #support #change

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About FosterWiki | FosterWiki

The story, mission, people and ethos behind FosterWiki - Since it’s inauguration FosterWiki has spread it’s wings and is utilising the exponential rise in users to promote other services in the foster...

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Carolyn Moody MBE @carolynmoodymbe.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

Our superstar Nathan 👏 Care experienced and supporting children in care through his VSK Apprenticeship

This is Nathan, who is happy to share a certificate he received at The Kent Academy Social Care Awards 2024. He is care experienced and proud for achieving this, for his work as a VSK Apprentice with children in care and we couldn’t be prouder of his achievements and how he wants to help others 👏

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Carolyn Moody MBE @carolynmoodymbe.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

2022 -89% carers had to cut back on food, heating travel & activities 71% saying travel allowances didn’t cover fuel costs and 23% receiving none. 40% -had no other income making fostering their main job and only source of income. 2024 -facing inadequate support. 2025? fosterwiki.com/2022-cost-of...

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2022 Cost of Living Crisis Survey Results | FosterWiki

Cost of Living Crisis in 2021 The Fostering Network conducted their State of the Nation’s Foster Care survey and found that 59% of foster carers said their fostering allowance and expenses did not mee...

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Carolyn Moody MBE @carolynmoodymbe.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

Money does matter! Foster carers should never be afraid to talk about money they have bills to pay just like everyone else and for the vast majority of carers fostering is a full-time job #fostercarer fosterwiki.com/wiki/money-m...

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Money Matters a guide to fostering finances | FosterWiki

Money Matters - “Money does matter, it matters to everyone, it goes without saying that being paid in life is important.

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Daniel Hewitt @danielhewittitv.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

🔺Investigation We gained rare access to spend 3 days on the frontline with children’s social services. We found a rise in referrals driven by poverty, the housing crisis, and staff pushed to burnout. “A child's death is on every social worker's mind.” www.itv.com/news/2024-12...

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Carolyn Moody MBE @carolynmoodymbe.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

Foster carers are #MoreThanASpareRoom We provide stability, care, and support for children facing unimaginable loss -often losing everything they know and love. #KeepingItReal #RespectChildren #FosterCareReality #FosterCareAdvertising #SupportChildren #SupportFosterCarers

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Sarah Anderson @sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

If you haven't ever listened to this podcast you don't know what you are missing! 👇

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Sarah Anderson @sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

Foster carers are front line of children’s services, their experiences and insights invaluable, by shifting some control away from social workers and into the hands of foster carers, we can build a better system and one our children deserve. fosterwiki.com/foster-care-...

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Foster care: It's time to reassess the role of social workers in our sector | FosterWiki

It's time to reassess the role of social workers. We are currently facing a significant crisis in both the recruitment and retention of foster carers.

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Mark Owers @markowers.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

Foster care is at a critical crossroads. We need urgent reform: 1. Better financial support for foster carers. 2. A rebalancing of power and respect between social workers and foster carers. 3. Systemic changes, including portability of foster carers’ approval, to grant carers more autonomy.

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Family Rights Group @familyrightsgp.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

We’re excited for the @biggive.bsky.social Christmas Challenge 2024! Starting at noon tomorrow, every donation made during the campaign will be doubled whilst match funds last. Can you help us provide specialist advice to more families? donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05... #GivingTuesday

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Sarah Anderson @sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social · 01/12/2024

Being honored at 2024 Woman of the Year Awards in @lorrainekelly.bsky.social Trailblazer/Gamechanger category was profoundly meaningful to me. Why? Because foster carers nominated me. To be recognised by my peers, those who walk this journey with me, on a national stage was truly everything.

Sarah in a photograph at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London in front of the Woman of the Year Awards banner

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Sarah Anderson @sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

If you watch one thing this weekend, make it this. Because we hold their futures in our hands ❤️ Produced and directed by Niki Kalisperes youtu.be/-z2vo4l1NQk?...

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Because we hold their future in our hands

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