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From local fostering stories and upcoming events to expert insight and advice on a varied mix of topics, you’ll find a bit of everything here on the Foster Wales Merthyr Tydfil blog. Have a browse and read our latest articles below.

This is a recent photo of Nicole taken in the office at Foster Wales Merthyr Tydfil. Nicole works to help our children in foster care and their foster families with talking therapies.

foster wales Merthyr Tydfil supports foster families

"we give them coping skills and strategies – it’s parenting support”

A couple of foster carers stood at the Foster wales Merthyr branded table with Foster Wales merchandise on it. The foster carers are at a recruitment event.

Why we love fostering teenagers

Don't believe the myths about teens! Read about what it is really like to foster teenagers

Foster carers Lisa & Mike share their experience of fostering

Every fostering story is different, and every foster carer is different too. Lisa and Mike share their journey into fostering

Fostering to help with Empty Nest Syndrome

Foster Carer Liz talks to us about how empty nest syndrome help lead her into fostering.

Kinship Care Week 2022

Kinship Care Week shines a light on the incredible role kinship carers play in children's lives.

Foster Care Fortnight

An overview of Foster Care Fortnight and how you can get involved.

Young girl with backpack holding hand with adult

starting our fostering journey in a pandemic

Hear about the fostering journey from foster carers Leanne and Lee.

5 Tips for Back to School

We know that this time of year can be exciting for some children, but worrying...

Top holiday tips from our team

We know that the weather can be changeable so we have asked our teams what...

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