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Fostering to fill the ‘empty nest’

News, Tips & advice / Unity Foster Care

Fostering to fill the ‘empty nest’ It can be a bittersweet milestone when your child moves out of the family home. Whether your child has left for university or embarked on the next stage in their life, the ‘empty nest’ phase can be difficult for parents to adjust to.  Having devoted so many years to […]

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fostering as a career

Can you make a career out of fostering?

Foster carer insights, News, Tips & advice / Unity Foster Care

Explore the benefits of fostering as a fulfilling career choice.

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Day in the life of fostering Business Support Administrator Sian

News / Unity Foster Care

Day in the life of fostering Business Support Administrator Sian At Unity Foster Care, we provide excellent support to foster carers, children, and young people in Yorkshire and areas of the North East. We’re a small but mighty team, who pride ourselves on properly taking the time to get to know our fostering community. We

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Independent fostering agency or local authority fostering?

Tips & advice / Unity Foster Care

IFAs and LAs are equally valid routes to fostering, but there are some key differences between the two.

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Five traits that make a great foster carer

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Find out more about the qualities needed to foster.

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Can I take my foster family on holiday?

News / Unity Foster Care

Read our guide for foster carers planning a holiday with their foster children.

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What happens when a young person in foster care turns 18?

News / Unity Foster Care

Explore the options and support available to care leavers, once they become adults.

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Foster carer training: Enhancing skills for fostering success

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Learn more about the training and support Unity Foster Care provides for foster carers in Leeds, Yorkshire and nearby areas in the North East.

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What is parent and child fostering?

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Find out more about what parent and child fostering involves.

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How can I prepare my birth children when fostering?

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Learn how to involve your birth children in the fostering journey and ensure a smooth transition for your family.

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