information sessions
cuppa with a carer
thinking about fostering but not sure where to start? why not have a cuppa and a chat with one of our experienced foster carers?
Cuppa with a Carer is a relaxed and informal way to find out more about fostering with Foster Wales Flintshire. Whether you’re just starting to think about fostering or you’ve been considering it for a while, it’s a chance to ask questions, hear real experiences and find out what fostering is really like from someone who’s been there themselves.
There are no presentations, no pressure and no obligation to take things any further. It’s simply an opportunity to have an honest conversation in a comfortable setting over a tea, coffee or your drink of choice.
what can I ask?
Anything.
Many people come along wanting to know:
- What it’s really like to be a foster carer
- How fostering fits around work and family life
- What support and training are available
- What the assessment process involves
- The rewards and challenges of fostering
- The different types of fostering available
No question is too big or too small. Our foster carers have been where you are now and are happy to share their experiences honestly and openly.
every fostering journey starts somewhere
meet Nicola
Like many people, Nicola was interested in fostering but wanted to find out more before deciding whether it was right for her.
Attending a Cuppa with a Carer gave her the opportunity to ask questions, hear first hand experiences and gain a better understanding of what fostering could look like for her family.
That conversation helped Nicola take the next step.
Today, Nicola is an approved Foster Wales Flintshire foster carer, making a difference to the lives of local children in her community.
If you’d like to find out more about Nicola’s journey from attending a Cuppa with a Carer to becoming a foster carer, you can read her story here.
“it was really refreshing to meet someone who is doing it day in and day out and could talk honestly about fostering, the ups and the downs. I think I was expecting something much more formal, but it just felt natural and comfortable. I could ask anything, and that made a huge difference.”
“cuppa with a carer has been a real turning point. people get to sit down with a foster carer, hear their honest, everyday experiences, and that gives them the confidence to make an informed decision. i’ve watched them go from unsure to really excited, knowing they’re making the right choice for their future and their family.”
