Foster What?

FosterWhat?

Welcome to FosterWhat?: a show that answers any questions a young person might have about foster care using language anyone can understand. Each episode will be presented by care leavers, and will feature people who work in fostering.

  1. 05/17/2021

    LGBTQ+ Youth in Care

    We have collaborated with LGBTQ+ youth in care today for a chat about the resources they have and some top tips! We welcome Charlotte and Lou. Charlotte works in fostering and manages the LGBT Youth in Care website and Lou is a care experienced member of the LGBTQ+ community who co-founded the website. Grab a brew and listen in, you can find the resources and further links at www.lgbtyouthincare.co.uk

    LGBTQ+ Youth in Care

  2. 05/11/2021

    Mental Health Awareness

    Listen to Aaron and Seb talk about their experience with Mental Health and how important it is to speak to someone if you think you could be suffering with your Mental Health. Click this link to see an extensive list of Mental Health Charities who can offer support: https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/nhs-voluntary-charity-services/charity-and-voluntary-services/get-help-from-mental-health-helplines/

  3. 04/23/2021

    What is 'Contact'?

    In this short episode we talk about what 'Contact' is.  Contact is also called family time and is different for everyone so if you have any questions then the best person to speak to is your social worker. They can help you understand your situation!

  4. 04/23/2021

    My experience with a Support worker

    James joins us to talk through his experience with Matt (his support worker) and just how much it helped to have that extra help when he needed it.

  5. 03/05/2021

    Young parenthood

    Today we hear from Florida, a young mother and a care leaver who talks about her experience of navigating having a young child, studying full time and achieving her dreams!

    Young parenthood

  6. 02/19/2021

    What is a Pathway Plan?

    Today, Yazmin and Charlotte speak abouut just how important it is to understand that your Pathway plan is for YOU. It is there to help you reach your goals and aspirations. It will also help you understand a bit more about the support you will have access to as you enter adulthood.

  7. 02/05/2021

    What is a Personal Advisor (PA)?

    Today, Yasmin and Charlotte discuss what a Personal Advisor is, how often you will see them and just how they can help you!

    What is a Personal Advisor (PA)?

  8. 01/22/2021

    What is a Social Worker?

    Today, Yazmin and Charlotte answer the all important question of 'What is a Social Worker?'. A social worker is one of the first people you will meet when you first go in to care and they are an important person who is there to support you!

    What is a Social Worker?
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Welcome to FosterWhat?: a show that answers any questions a young person might have about foster care using language anyone can understand. Each episode will be presented by care leavers, and will feature people who work in fostering.

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  • Creator
    FosterWhat?
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © FosterWhat?
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