Liverpool Launches Its Second Mockingbird Hub

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Phoenix Hub Takes Flight

We’re delighted to celebrate the launch of Phoenix Hub, our second Mockingbird Hub, bringing foster families together to build connections, share experiences and support one another.

At the heart of Phoenix Hub are experienced foster carers Karen and Sam, who will act as Hub Home Carers, helping create a supportive network for carers and children alike.

Explaining what Mockingbird means to them, Karen said: "It's a group of foster carers who come together to form a family. We'll help bring everyone together through coffee mornings, days out and activities. It's about creating a village around our children."

With more than 20 years of fostering experience, Karen and Sam affectionately describe themselves as "foster grandparents", offering a listening ear, practical support and guidance to other foster families.

"Only foster carers can truly understand what fostering is like," they said. "We've learned a lot over the years, but we're still learning too. Mockingbird gives families a support network where they can help one another and know they're never alone."

A key part of the Hub Home role is providing sleepovers and additional support when needed, giving carers a helping hand while ensuring children have a safe and familiar place to stay.

For Karen and Sam, the most exciting part is seeing relationships develop across the hub.

As Phoenix Hub begins its journey, families can look forward to coffee mornings, shared activities, days out and plenty of opportunities to create lasting memories together.