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Reflections on Fostering

Reflections on Fostering

Written by: JMT Fostering
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 Discussions on all things FosteringJMT Fostering Economics Management Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • Episode 12: Support for Single Foster Carers

    Episode 12: Support for Single Foster Carers
    May 1 2025

    In this episode of Residential Insights, Donna welcomes back single foster carer Richard, along with his supervising social worker, for a conversation about what it takes to thrive as a single carer.


    They talk honestly about the challenges, the support that helps make it work, and how having the right people around makes all the difference for both the carer and the child.


    Whether you're already fostering, thinking about it, or just want to hear what goes on behind the scenes, this episode offers a genuine look at the everyday reality of foster care.
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    15 mins
  • Episode 11: How JMT Supports Carers

    Episode 11: How JMT Supports Carers
    Feb 20 2025

    In this episode of Reflections on Fostering, Donna speaks with social workers Claire and Caroline about the comprehensive support JMT provides to foster carers.

    They discuss the importance of having a robust support network, the resources available to carers, and how JMT encourages peer support to ensure the best outcomes for carers and their young people.
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    15 mins
  • Episode 10: Interview with JMT Foster Carer: Richard's Journey

    Episode 10: Interview with JMT Foster Carer: Richard's Journey
    Jan 23 2025

    In this episode, Donna chats with Richard, a single parent foster carer, and his social worker, Thomas. Together, they share insights into the fostering process, Richard’s experiences as a single parent carer, and the transition from local authority fostering to JMT.
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    16 mins
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