SCC Foster & Adopt

Children in care need someone to understand what they have been through, look at the world through their eyes & provide warmth, consistency & emotional support

[SCC Foster & Adopt @Suff_FostAdopt]

We're really excited to share the release of a new short film about fostering, jointly funded by 56 Local Authorities across England! #fostering #childhoodfilm

https://t.co/UqIM7OJXxc

[Councillor Matthew Hicks 🇬🇧 @HicksCllr]

Great two days talking to residents on @suffolkcc stand at the @SuffolkShow alongside @SuffolkArchives @Suff_highways @Suff_FostAdopt and to visit @SuffolkFire @suffolkrecycle @beabennett @confidencenac

[Suffolk CC @suffolkcc]

Suffolk County Council is one of 11 local authorities taking part in a new collaborative approach to foster carer recruitment and support, called Foster East.

Read more: https://t.co/TY0EmDAcww

[SCC Foster & Adopt @Suff_FostAdopt]

As Foster Care Fortnight comes to a close and we reflect on the past two weeks, we just want to say a big thank you to all who are part of our fostering community in Suffolk!

Find out more, about fostering with Suffolk County Council, visit: https://t.co/lTEthcq9np #FCF24

[SCC Foster & Adopt @Suff_FostAdopt]

It’s time for our last #FosteringMoment of Foster Care Fortnight and this heart-warming one is from Dylan!

If you’ve felt inspired to find out more about being a foster carer, we’d love to hear from you: https://t.co/70fGN9t4wM

[SCC Foster & Adopt @Suff_FostAdopt]

Foster Care Fortnight might be coming to an end, but our support for our carers is 24/7.

As well as peer support, you will be assigned a supervising social worker who will be your point of contact. #FCF24

https://t.co/bU8dVYYrcx

[Suffolk CC @suffolkcc]

Hear about our recent Foster Walk and the benefits of fostering with your local authority in the latest column piece from @beabennett - https://t.co/UhUOgh54rL

#FosterCareFortnight

[SCC Foster & Adopt @Suff_FostAdopt]

We’re delighted to share our next #FosteringMoment 💛

“Our most special moment is when S became permanent with us recently after over six years together. We would say this finally really cements her place within our family. "

#FCF24

[SCC Foster & Adopt @Suff_FostAdopt]

We're so glad the sun came out on Saturday in time for our second annual Foster Walk! ☀️

A big thank you to all who came and to those who helped support the event. It was a brilliant day and we hope all who came enjoyed themselves! 🥰

#FosterCareFortnight #FCF24

[SCC Foster & Adopt @Suff_FostAdopt]

Andrea and Kevin are LINK carers who have been offering regular short breaks for children with complex health needs for over 15 years. We asked them what their favourite #FosteringMoment is…

Want to know more about LINK care? Visit: https://t.co/IkS3I7x6er #FCF24

[SCC Foster & Adopt @Suff_FostAdopt]

Don’t count yourself out!

There are many misconceptions about who can foster. To find out more, visit: https://t.co/d818nUYUl5

Our team will be able to advise if you have questions. Contact us through our website or on 01473 264800 #FCF24 #FosterCareFortnight

[SCC Foster & Adopt @Suff_FostAdopt]

Tracey has been fostering with us for many years and has provided hope and support for so many young people. Tracey's favourite #FosteringMoment is…

“Seeing the light bulb moment on a young person’s face when they realise they have organically evolved into our family.” 💛

[SCC Foster & Adopt @Suff_FostAdopt]

Curious about fostering and can get to Ipswich next week?

Join us next Wednesday 22nd May at John Lewis for an in-person information session. The session will run from 6pm – 7:30pm.

Let us know you’re coming by emailing us at [email protected]

[SCC Foster & Adopt @Suff_FostAdopt]

Meet Mandy, one of our Kinship carers! We asked Mandy to share with us a #FosteringMoment...

"My favourite fostering moments are watching my 4 grandchildren thriving and growing into young ladies.....they never give up and nor do I." 💛

https://t.co/C9Rf0rBQbs

[SCC Foster & Adopt @Suff_FostAdopt]

We're so thankful to @suffolkcc and @VertasGroup for championing #FosterCareFortnight
Endeavour House will be lit in yellow for the two weeks 💛
Get in touch if you'd like to find out more about #fostering with your council

[Suffolk CC @suffolkcc]

To mark #FosterCareFortnight, we’re lighting up our Headquarters, Endeavour House, in yellow - the colour of @Suff_FostAdopt - from 13-26 May!

If you are interested in fostering and would like to find out more, please visit https://t.co/3q4C4peKsw

[SCC Foster & Adopt @Suff_FostAdopt]

Thank you so much for your support! 💛

[Suffolk CC @suffolkcc]

We are proud to support #FosterCareFortnight

Throughout the fortnight we’ll be sharing your #FosteringMoments on our @Suff_FostAdopt channel.

There’s still time to get involved - email your fostering moments to us at [email protected] #FCF24

[SCC Foster & Adopt @Suff_FostAdopt]

Today marks the start of Foster Care Fortnight, The Fostering Network’s annual campaign to raise the profile of fostering and show how foster care can transform lives. 💛

Find out more: https://t.co/NuBIQZyr6m

#fostercarefortnight #fosterwithyourcouncil #fosterwithsuffolk

[SCC Foster & Adopt @Suff_FostAdopt]

We had a fantastic afternoon at the Alice in Wonderland themed, Celebration of Achievement Awards 2023 for children in care.

It was inspiring to see our remarkable children & young people shine and be recognised for their wonderful achievements.

#Childrenincareawards ⭐

[SCC Foster & Adopt @Suff_FostAdopt]

“I saw an advert and it said for fostering go to Bury Library, so I went. Right at the end, they mentioned LINK and I thought that would be a good taster for fostering and I’ve never looked back since. It’s been amazing.”
https://t.co/IkS3I7x6er

[SCC Foster & Adopt @Suff_FostAdopt]

LINK care can be a lifeline for parents and carers of children with disabilities. Its impact can be invaluable.
LINK carers are particularly needed for Suffolk’s younger cohort of disabled children, between the ages of 3-8 years.
Find out more:
https://t.co/IkS3I7x6er

[Councillor Matthew Hicks 🇬🇧 @HicksCllr]

Very pleased to welcome David Johnston, Minister for Children, Families and Wellbeing to @suffolkcc today to meet with our Staying Close team, which provides care leavers significant support to live independently. @david4wantage @Jochurchill_MP @CllrStephenB @Suff_FostAdopt