Nov 12, 2021wellbeing with sally; beating the winter bluesHi everyone, hope you’re all doing well and adjusting to the colder weather okay. Some of us find it tough when the seasons change and...
Nov 8, 2021foster carers support young person with transition to collegeA young person in one of our fostering placements has had a successful start to college at the start of this term, following receiving...
Oct 11, 2021fostering finances; how does it all work?Fostering a child is a hugely rewarding as you see the positive impact you are having on the life of a disadvantaged young person. It's a...
Sep 6, 2021youth mental health day 2021Hi everyone, I hope that you have all been enjoying the Summer and getting back out there to a more normal life following the pandemic....
Aug 23, 2021what training do foster carers do before and during their career as a carer?The approval process to be a foster carer can be lengthy. It needs to be to ensure the right people are undertaking this demanding but...
Jul 22, 2021review of NAFP's short film event ‘Be-longing’, by a foster carer This film screening was hosted by Harvey Gallagher, Chief Executive of the Nationwide Association of Fostering Providers (NAFP). The film...
Jul 14, 2021living wage employer accreditationWe are pleased to share that asphaleia has joined over 5000 other employers as an accredited Living Wage Employer. Being a Living Wage...
Jul 5, 2021foster carers support their young person to get a jobThe summer months can be a bit daunting for parents and young people as several weeks stretch out ahead with not much to do. Especially...
Jun 8, 2021foster care fortnight 2021 round upLast month, asphaleia fostering took part in the Fostering Network's annual event, Foster Care Fortnight. The campaign is intended to...