Foster Parent Stories
Some people have wanted to foster for years. Others arrive at the idea unexpectedly. Some begin with Flourish; others transfer after years of experience elsewhere. What these stories have in common is the reality that fostering can be demanding, funny, moving, frustrating and deeply meaningful — sometimes all in the same week.
Marcus’ Transformation – A Case Study
“Sometimes you wonder if you’re making any difference. But then something like this happens. You see that all the effort, the patience, and the persistence… it’s working. It’s changing lives.”
Liz & Ed’s Fostering Journey
“As soon as I read his profile, I knew he needed to be with us.”
Kevin & Nicola’s Fostering Story
“A child’s behaviour is a symptom, not a cause. You just need to provide that safe environment.”
Mark & Jenny’s Fostering Story
“Fostering has been the most rewarding job we’ve done and we have some wonderful memories from over the years.”
Tracey’s Respite Fostering Experience
“What a lovely way to bring some life to your home, it’s rewarding and is definitely keeping me young(er).”
Paul and Elliot’s Fostering Story
“Do your research, educate yourself, talk to as many people as you can but absolutely do it because it’s the most rewarding thing in the world.”
Emily’s Fostering Story
“Behaviour is often just communication, and therapeutic fostering is understanding that and accepting a child for who they are.”
Yasmine and James’ Fostering Story
“Transferring from another fostering organisation to Flourish is something we’ll never look back on.”
Pearl’s Fostering Story: Life is Never Dull
“Fostering is not for everyone but for me it’s the most rewarding thing that I have ever done.”
Leah and Adam’s fostering story
“Being a Foster Parent is something not to be taken light-heartedly” Leah says “But we couldn’t imagine doing anything else. I’ve always liked people and we both find it easy to find the good things