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At Flourish, our foster parents can complete our Level 3 Course in Applied Therapeutic Practice, a nationally recognised qualification accredited by CPCAB and developed by Dr Mica Douglas and the Flourish therapeutic team. The five-month

In This Article What is the PACE model? What does PACE stand for? How does PACE help children who have experienced trauma? What do playfulness, acceptance, curiosity and empathy mean? Why is PACE important in

As much as we celebrate fostering, sharing stories of children finding stable, supportive homes and of parents finding purpose… this isn’t everyone’s story. For many foster parents, supporting traumatised young children can be exhausting and

One question lots of foster parents face before starting their journey is, ‘I want to foster children, but what about my pets? Are there any rules when fostering with pets?’ We completely understand that… our

Get fitter. Spend less. Be healthier. Try something new. Every January, many of us open a fresh notebook and promise ourselves a fresh start. New Year’s resolutions help us grow, but what if this year

While we often celebrate stories of love and resilience in fostering, there’s another side that isn’t always seen. Behind the bright moments, many parents quietly carry the weight of trauma that isn’t their own. We

Therapeutic fostering has become one of the most talked-about approaches in foster care, but what does it actually mean? More importantly, why do we believe it should be the standard for every child who has

We’re excited to announce the launch of Flourish Foundation, a new chapter in our mission to support vulnerable children and young people through compassionate, practical education.  Flourish Foundation was created by the team behind Flourish

When children from the same birth family need fostering, we do everything possible to keep them together. Fostering siblings together means they can share the experience and provide comfort for each other. This blog will

Within children’s services, social workers often find themselves at the centre of frustration for foster parents. Many foster parents feel overlooked, perceiving that they are not prioritised, or that they feel unable to develop the

At the beginning of the year, many people lean into the idea of ‘new year, new me’. The year has reset, so we take it as an opportunity to reset ourselves and our habits, too.

  Being a new foster parent is a whirlwind of emotions and experiences, especially in the first few weeks. If you’re getting ready to welcome your first foster child, here’s what to expect and some

Who Can Foster? Becoming a foster parent is not about fitting into a specific mould it is about having the qualities to care for and support a child. The most important traits are the ability

Leaving foster care is a big step towards independence. At Flourish Fostering, we guide young people through this transition, providing ongoing support and guidance. We want the young person to be prepared, and their expectations

At Flourish Fostering, we bring a friendly, personal, and inclusive approach to fostering. We create a family-like atmosphere, where everyone knows each other by name and we never forget the reasons behind our shared mission.

What Exactly Is a Foster Parent? Foster parents step in when a child can no longer live with their birth parents for various possible reasons. They provide safe, supportive, and nurturing homes where the child