In my lifetime I hope I see some changes to Kinship care. Not just from a legislation standpoint, but a better understanding in society. Part of the problem is in comparison to the term “foster care”, most people have never heard of “kinship care”. Our exposure is low in society and it shows. But why… Continue reading Kinship care – The Future
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Kinship Care vs Career
The ultimate juggling act! Before I became a Kinship carer, I was a super-driven 22-year-old. I had so many goals that I wanted to accomplish before I was 25! My first goal was to work as many hours/jobs as possible so I could fund myself back into education and work part-time whilst I gained qualifications.… Continue reading Kinship Care vs Career
Pre-teen things that are perfectly imperfectly normal!
Pre-teens. Are. Mental! Here are a few things I've learned this week. 1. Do not make direct eye contact with your pre-teen. Do not pass go, do not collect £200. Pretend they are Medusa. Glances are staring. There is no in-between. Approach with caution. Taste buds change weekly according to my pre-teen who eats bland… Continue reading Pre-teen things that are perfectly imperfectly normal!
Where is the compassion for vulnerable children in our society?
This blog was first written in 2018, but had proven popular so I have re-edited and posted it once again. An article in 2018 published by the Guardian, certainly brought out the worst in some folk! This was an article highlighting issues in Kinship care and hitting the nail on the head! The article highlighted… Continue reading Where is the compassion for vulnerable children in our society?
Kinship care – Mental health
How can i support a child when i feel so unsupported myself?
Confessions of a Kinship Carer 