Sarah Anderson
@sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social
Founder of FosterWiki, co-founder FosterCarerEmpowerment model and National Foster Carer's Qualifications. Campaigner for children in care and those who care for them, psychotherapist, foster carer 16yrs specialising in adolescence.
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The more time I spend with families caring for children that have experience unsupported adversity the clearer it is that we need to do more. More to create a system that can walk with them throughout childhood and beyond. More to reduce isolation and stigma. More financial support. More kindness.
February 11, 2025 at 7:34 PM
The more time I spend with families caring for children that have experience unsupported adversity the clearer it is that we need to do more. More to create a system that can walk with them throughout childhood and beyond. More to reduce isolation and stigma. More financial support. More kindness.
I have found that it requires very little to extend kindness to birth parents and families, even in the face of their anger.
Never underestimate the transformative power of empathy and respect, the shift is instant when met with understanding rather than judgment.
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Never underestimate the transformative power of empathy and respect, the shift is instant when met with understanding rather than judgment.
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Contact and Family Time | FosterWiki
One of the most important parts of our professional role is supporting and promoting contact and family time between children and young people in our care and their birth families. Sometimes this can ...
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February 3, 2025 at 2:46 PM
I have found that it requires very little to extend kindness to birth parents and families, even in the face of their anger.
Never underestimate the transformative power of empathy and respect, the shift is instant when met with understanding rather than judgment.
fosterwiki.com/wiki/contact...
Never underestimate the transformative power of empathy and respect, the shift is instant when met with understanding rather than judgment.
fosterwiki.com/wiki/contact...
Robert Spencer takes an unflinching look at the toxic culture in foster care, and asks what we can do about it.
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Foster care's crisis - The toxic culture | FosterWiki
Foster care's crisis - The toxic culture no one wants to talk about. It’s impossible to ignore the toxic culture that’s responsible for ...
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February 3, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Robert Spencer takes an unflinching look at the toxic culture in foster care, and asks what we can do about it.
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Exciting Announcement 📣
A brand new groundbreaking approach and course with the power to revolutionise foster care and outcomes.
Relational Care in Practice
Available April
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A brand new groundbreaking approach and course with the power to revolutionise foster care and outcomes.
Relational Care in Practice
Available April
nfcq.co.uk/relational-c...
Relational Care in Practice | NFCQ
Relational Care- - A Transformative Approach to foster care, grounded in the realities of everyday practice and shaped by those whose expertise is ...
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January 30, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Exciting Announcement 📣
A brand new groundbreaking approach and course with the power to revolutionise foster care and outcomes.
Relational Care in Practice
Available April
nfcq.co.uk/relational-c...
A brand new groundbreaking approach and course with the power to revolutionise foster care and outcomes.
Relational Care in Practice
Available April
nfcq.co.uk/relational-c...
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The landmark ruling that changes everything.
The recent ruling granting foster carers access to Employment Tribunals is a monumental step forward!..
Author Sarah Anderson Founder of FosterWiki.
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#fosterWiki #fostercare #fostercare #nupfc
The recent ruling granting foster carers access to Employment Tribunals is a monumental step forward!..
Author Sarah Anderson Founder of FosterWiki.
fosterwiki.com/historic-rul...
#fosterWiki #fostercare #fostercare #nupfc
Historic Ruling: A Defining Moment for Foster Care | FosterWiki
Historic Ruling- A Defining Moment for Foster Care. The landmark ruling that changes everything. The recent ruling granting foster carers access to..
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January 30, 2025 at 7:43 AM
The landmark ruling that changes everything.
The recent ruling granting foster carers access to Employment Tribunals is a monumental step forward!..
Author Sarah Anderson Founder of FosterWiki.
fosterwiki.com/historic-rul...
#fosterWiki #fostercare #fostercare #nupfc
The recent ruling granting foster carers access to Employment Tribunals is a monumental step forward!..
Author Sarah Anderson Founder of FosterWiki.
fosterwiki.com/historic-rul...
#fosterWiki #fostercare #fostercare #nupfc
Historic ruling and step forward in foster care, empowering foster carers everywhere 💥
January 21, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Historic ruling and step forward in foster care, empowering foster carers everywhere 💥
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📢Today, MPs debated the Children’s Wellbeing & Schools Bill – a huge opportunity to reform child welfare!
It includes families having the opportunity to come up with solutions before children enter care & a new local kinship care offer.
Our analysis 👇
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It includes families having the opportunity to come up with solutions before children enter care & a new local kinship care offer.
Our analysis 👇
frg.org.uk/policy-and-c...
January 8, 2025 at 5:28 PM
📢Today, MPs debated the Children’s Wellbeing & Schools Bill – a huge opportunity to reform child welfare!
It includes families having the opportunity to come up with solutions before children enter care & a new local kinship care offer.
Our analysis 👇
frg.org.uk/policy-and-c...
It includes families having the opportunity to come up with solutions before children enter care & a new local kinship care offer.
Our analysis 👇
frg.org.uk/policy-and-c...
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‘Major reforms to protect thousands of vulnerable children hidden from sight will take another crucial step forward today’
Department for Education and The Rt Hon Bridget Phillipson MP Published 8 January 2025
‘Major reforms to protect thousands of vulnerable children hidden from sight will take another crucial step forward today’
Department for Education and The Rt Hon Bridget Phillipson MP Published 8 January 2025
Children’s bill to keep children safe from exploitation
Major reforms to protect thousands of vulnerable children hidden from sight will take another crucial step forward today.
www.gov.uk
January 9, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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‘Major reforms to protect thousands of vulnerable children hidden from sight will take another crucial step forward today’
Department for Education and The Rt Hon Bridget Phillipson MP Published 8 January 2025
‘Major reforms to protect thousands of vulnerable children hidden from sight will take another crucial step forward today’
Department for Education and The Rt Hon Bridget Phillipson MP Published 8 January 2025
Josh MacAlister MP says:
"What they need from the politicians are problem solvers not problem exploiters" 👏
This is also what we need from those who provide care for vulnerable children.
#fostercare #childrenincare #frontline
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"What they need from the politicians are problem solvers not problem exploiters" 👏
This is also what we need from those who provide care for vulnerable children.
#fostercare #childrenincare #frontline
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Josh MacAlister MP on LinkedIn: Yesterday, I proudly voted for the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill.…
Yesterday, I proudly voted for the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill.
Simply put, this Bill will improve the lives of vulnerable children across the…
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January 9, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Josh MacAlister MP says:
"What they need from the politicians are problem solvers not problem exploiters" 👏
This is also what we need from those who provide care for vulnerable children.
#fostercare #childrenincare #frontline
www.linkedin.com/posts/josh-m...
"What they need from the politicians are problem solvers not problem exploiters" 👏
This is also what we need from those who provide care for vulnerable children.
#fostercare #childrenincare #frontline
www.linkedin.com/posts/josh-m...
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Episode 201 - Sarah Anderson from Foster Wiki talks allegations.
Allegations are a massive issue for foster carers and in this episode we unpick the impact and consider what can be done.
Perhaps we should do this for adoptive families as well?
https://buff.ly/3dF9Hyq
Allegations are a massive issue for foster carers and in this episode we unpick the impact and consider what can be done.
Perhaps we should do this for adoptive families as well?
https://buff.ly/3dF9Hyq
Al Coates
An adoption blog following a adoptive father's story and process Adoption Dad and his adoptive family
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January 7, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Episode 201 - Sarah Anderson from Foster Wiki talks allegations.
Allegations are a massive issue for foster carers and in this episode we unpick the impact and consider what can be done.
Perhaps we should do this for adoptive families as well?
https://buff.ly/3dF9Hyq
Allegations are a massive issue for foster carers and in this episode we unpick the impact and consider what can be done.
Perhaps we should do this for adoptive families as well?
https://buff.ly/3dF9Hyq
Great to be back on the Adoption and Fostering Podcast this week.
Such a great conversation as always, let me know what you think!
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Such a great conversation as always, let me know what you think!
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Episode 201 - Sarah Anderson from Foster Wiki talks allegations.
Podcast Episode · The Adoption and Fostering Podcast · 04/01/2025 · 59m
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January 4, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Great to be back on the Adoption and Fostering Podcast this week.
Such a great conversation as always, let me know what you think!
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Such a great conversation as always, let me know what you think!
podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...
Have you listened to this?
The 200th episode of The Adoption and Fostering Podcast.
@alcoates.bsky.social and @gayadoptiondad.bsky.social hand over the hosting to the the one and only @markowers.bsky.social
Brilliant as always, a gorgeous listen!
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The 200th episode of The Adoption and Fostering Podcast.
@alcoates.bsky.social and @gayadoptiondad.bsky.social hand over the hosting to the the one and only @markowers.bsky.social
Brilliant as always, a gorgeous listen!
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Episode 200 - Christmas Special and 200th Episode Celebration
Podcast Episode · The Adoption and Fostering Podcast · 21/12/2024 · 1h 32m
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January 3, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Have you listened to this?
The 200th episode of The Adoption and Fostering Podcast.
@alcoates.bsky.social and @gayadoptiondad.bsky.social hand over the hosting to the the one and only @markowers.bsky.social
Brilliant as always, a gorgeous listen!
podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...
The 200th episode of The Adoption and Fostering Podcast.
@alcoates.bsky.social and @gayadoptiondad.bsky.social hand over the hosting to the the one and only @markowers.bsky.social
Brilliant as always, a gorgeous listen!
podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...
Invisible Christmas Official Music Video
YouTube video by Sally Peplow
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December 22, 2024 at 10:44 AM
5 Key Questions for 2025
Can we ensure children & carers’ voices shape policy and practice?
Are FC and SW truly valued and trusted?
Is training equipping all to handle complex challenges?
Is everyone supported by inclusive networks?
Can we address systemic issues and innovate to improve care?
Can we ensure children & carers’ voices shape policy and practice?
Are FC and SW truly valued and trusted?
Is training equipping all to handle complex challenges?
Is everyone supported by inclusive networks?
Can we address systemic issues and innovate to improve care?
December 22, 2024 at 10:42 AM
5 Key Questions for 2025
Can we ensure children & carers’ voices shape policy and practice?
Are FC and SW truly valued and trusted?
Is training equipping all to handle complex challenges?
Is everyone supported by inclusive networks?
Can we address systemic issues and innovate to improve care?
Can we ensure children & carers’ voices shape policy and practice?
Are FC and SW truly valued and trusted?
Is training equipping all to handle complex challenges?
Is everyone supported by inclusive networks?
Can we address systemic issues and innovate to improve care?
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As adults in children’s social care,we must all be the guardians of their memories, ethically,holding life stories with care, respect & responsibility, ensuring their past is honored as they move forward 🌻
@sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social @alcoates.bsky.social #adoption #children #fostercare
@sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social @alcoates.bsky.social #adoption #children #fostercare
December 20, 2024 at 9:26 PM
As adults in children’s social care,we must all be the guardians of their memories, ethically,holding life stories with care, respect & responsibility, ensuring their past is honored as they move forward 🌻
@sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social @alcoates.bsky.social #adoption #children #fostercare
@sarahatfosterwiki.bsky.social @alcoates.bsky.social #adoption #children #fostercare
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I remember when a visit from a social worker really made a difference for a child I cared for. He built a genuine relationship, and it felt natural to have them visit, because he knew they cared. I can’t say this anymore. Children & adults need to build trust with the people around them
#fostercare
#fostercare
December 15, 2024 at 7:32 PM
I remember when a visit from a social worker really made a difference for a child I cared for. He built a genuine relationship, and it felt natural to have them visit, because he knew they cared. I can’t say this anymore. Children & adults need to build trust with the people around them
#fostercare
#fostercare
Call yesterday from one of our precious extended family.
She wanted to say Happy Christmas, and say one of her happiest memories was every Christmas Eve going skating in Santa hats.
Skating became a magical little tradition that bonded us all.
She asked if we could teach her children to skate ❤️
She wanted to say Happy Christmas, and say one of her happiest memories was every Christmas Eve going skating in Santa hats.
Skating became a magical little tradition that bonded us all.
She asked if we could teach her children to skate ❤️
December 15, 2024 at 11:03 AM
Call yesterday from one of our precious extended family.
She wanted to say Happy Christmas, and say one of her happiest memories was every Christmas Eve going skating in Santa hats.
Skating became a magical little tradition that bonded us all.
She asked if we could teach her children to skate ❤️
She wanted to say Happy Christmas, and say one of her happiest memories was every Christmas Eve going skating in Santa hats.
Skating became a magical little tradition that bonded us all.
She asked if we could teach her children to skate ❤️
Foster carers get £7.50 an hour?? Where did they get those figures? Very very few get anything like that.
I have to say this article makes for very, very uncomfortable reading 😔
www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/market...
I have to say this article makes for very, very uncomfortable reading 😔
www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/market...
Private equity sharks cash in on foster care
It comes as many foster carers are dropping out, saying that the sums they receive for looking after children are inadequate.
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December 13, 2024 at 3:07 PM
Foster carers get £7.50 an hour?? Where did they get those figures? Very very few get anything like that.
I have to say this article makes for very, very uncomfortable reading 😔
www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/market...
I have to say this article makes for very, very uncomfortable reading 😔
www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/market...
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Curious about fostering? Ready to learn more about the incredible role of foster carers?
Sign up today #FosterWiki
join a community dedicated to supporting and enriching the lives of foster families
#FosterCare #FosterWikiCommunity #FosterCareSupport
Curious about fostering? Ready to learn more about the incredible role of foster carers?
Sign up today #FosterWiki
join a community dedicated to supporting and enriching the lives of foster families
#FosterCare #FosterWikiCommunity #FosterCareSupport
FosterWiki | Empowering Foster Carers with Knowledge
Foster Wiki was designed to help empower Foster Carers with knowledge, through examples and experience of Foster Carers
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December 13, 2024 at 8:25 AM
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Curious about fostering? Ready to learn more about the incredible role of foster carers?
Sign up today #FosterWiki
join a community dedicated to supporting and enriching the lives of foster families
#FosterCare #FosterWikiCommunity #FosterCareSupport
Curious about fostering? Ready to learn more about the incredible role of foster carers?
Sign up today #FosterWiki
join a community dedicated to supporting and enriching the lives of foster families
#FosterCare #FosterWikiCommunity #FosterCareSupport
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Listening to foster carers should be central to any reform effort aiming for meaningful and lasting change- ‘Stable Homes, Built on Love’
#FosterCare #FosterWiki
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#FosterCare #FosterWiki
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Children's Social Care Inquiry | FosterWiki
At present the feedback from foster carers is there has been no perceptible change since the Better Homes Built on Love strategy was introduced, rather we are
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December 13, 2024 at 8:33 AM
Listening to foster carers should be central to any reform effort aiming for meaningful and lasting change- ‘Stable Homes, Built on Love’
#FosterCare #FosterWiki
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#FosterCare #FosterWiki
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In the new year I'm signed up to deliver 14 training events for Kinship. I'll be supporting carers to manage challenging/ aggressive behaviour
The needs within the #Kinship community are hidden and often laced with complex circumstances. I'm sure we can grow this conversation
#CCVAB #CPV #CPVA
The needs within the #Kinship community are hidden and often laced with complex circumstances. I'm sure we can grow this conversation
#CCVAB #CPV #CPVA
December 12, 2024 at 10:43 AM
Are we about to see more of this?
When priorities shift, foster care often gets dismissed and neglected. With the new government reform of children’s services aiming to keep children at home, it raises serious concerns.
news.sky.com/story/sara-s...
When priorities shift, foster care often gets dismissed and neglected. With the new government reform of children’s services aiming to keep children at home, it raises serious concerns.
news.sky.com/story/sara-s...
Sara Sharif murder is 'heartbreaking reminder' of 'profound weaknesses' in child protection
Dame Rachel de Souza, the children's commissioner for England, is demanding urgent reforms, saying the 10-year-old was "failed in the starkest terms", adding there should be "no more reviews, no more ...
news.sky.com
December 12, 2024 at 2:08 PM
Are we about to see more of this?
When priorities shift, foster care often gets dismissed and neglected. With the new government reform of children’s services aiming to keep children at home, it raises serious concerns.
news.sky.com/story/sara-s...
When priorities shift, foster care often gets dismissed and neglected. With the new government reform of children’s services aiming to keep children at home, it raises serious concerns.
news.sky.com/story/sara-s...
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“Behaviour is the language of trauma. Children will show you before they tell you that they are in distress.”
Micere Keels
Christmas- Plan ahead, have a backup support plan, discuss this with your Fostering SW & your family, be prepared 🤔
#fostercare #fosterWiki
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Micere Keels
Christmas- Plan ahead, have a backup support plan, discuss this with your Fostering SW & your family, be prepared 🤔
#fostercare #fosterWiki
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Behaviour that challenges | FosterWiki
A guide to behaviour that challenges, critical and acute situations, responding, reporting, recording, and support.
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December 10, 2024 at 7:39 PM
“Behaviour is the language of trauma. Children will show you before they tell you that they are in distress.”
Micere Keels
Christmas- Plan ahead, have a backup support plan, discuss this with your Fostering SW & your family, be prepared 🤔
#fostercare #fosterWiki
fosterwiki.com/wiki/behavio...
Micere Keels
Christmas- Plan ahead, have a backup support plan, discuss this with your Fostering SW & your family, be prepared 🤔
#fostercare #fosterWiki
fosterwiki.com/wiki/behavio...