Stories and News

Fostering Stories

One Weekend a Month – A Lifetime of Impact

Tuesday 12 May 2026

Sue and Paul share how short breaks fostering for children with disabilities fits around their family life — and why one weekend a month can make a lasting difference.

Short breaks carer sat on her sofa in her home
Fostering Stories

Short Breaks for Children with Additional Needs - Margaret's Story

Wednesday 02 April 2025

Margaret has been providing weekend short breaks for children with special educational needs and disabilities for 15 years.  She told us about the benefits of short breaks care and what it means to her. 

A foster carer, June, sitting on sofa and smiling
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June Short Breaks Carer

Tuesday 18 June 2024

June tells us about her experiences providing short breaks care to children with additional needs and disabilities.