TACT Talks Fostering

In this episode of TACT Talks, Assessing Social Worker Katie is joined by Engagement and Activity Practitioners Fran and Kelsie to explore the important role they play in supporting children and young people across TACT.
From creating safe spaces and building trusted relationships to providing opportunities for fun, creativity and connection, Fran and Kelsie share what their roles involve and how activities can help children feel heard, valued and supported.
They discuss the importance of understanding each child as an individual, creating positive experiences and helping children and young people build confidence, develop skills and feel a sense of belonging. A conversation about the people, activities and relationships that can make a real difference to children and young people in foster care.

In this episode of TACT Talks, Assessing Social Worker Katie sits down with Supervising Social Worker Anju to explore what therapeutic fostering really means. It’s a term used widely across fostering, but what does it actually look like in practice?
Katie and Anju break down the meaning of therapeutic fostering and explore how it shapes the way foster carers understand, respond to and support children and young people who may have experienced trauma, loss and difficult experiences. They discuss how a therapeutic approach can make a real difference to foster carers too, giving them the understanding, tools and support they need to build strong relationships and respond to the individual needs of the children in their care.
Most importantly, they explore how therapeutic fostering can help children and young people feel understood, safe and supported, and how the right approach can make a lasting difference to their lives.

In this episode of TACT Talks, Fostering Recruitment Manager Jim sits down with Admin Manager Abi to shine a light on the vital role admin teams play across TACT.
Abi takes us behind the scenes of the fostering process, sharing insights into how the admin team supports social workers, foster carers and colleagues every day. She talks in depth about the panel process, what happens behind the scenes and the important role admin plays in helping everything run smoothly.
But their role goes far beyond paperwork and processes. From providing out-of-hours support and helping foster carers with their day-to-day needs, to building strong relationships and staying connected with TACT’s fostering community, Abi explains why admin is such an integral part of the support we provide.
A chance to hear from one of the people working behind the scenes to keep foster carers connected, supported and at the heart of what we do.

In this episode of TACT Talks, Registered Area Manager Sara and Deputy Area Manager Bethany take us behind the scenes of fostering with the TACT South West team.
From recruiting and welcoming new foster carers to providing ongoing support, Sara and Bethany explore what the fostering journey really looks like and what new carers can expect when they join TACT.
They talk about the people who make up the South West team, the support available to foster carers and the important role social workers play every day. Most importantly, they share how foster carers and social workers work together to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.
A genuine insight into fostering with TACT and a chance to hear more about the incredible people, support and community that make up our South West team.

Gemma shares her fostering story and reflects on how fostering came into her and her husband's life. She talks openly about the decision to become foster carers and how they chose not to let concerns about not having children of their own hold them back from making a difference to the lives of children and young people.
Throughout the conversation, Gemma discusses the highs and lows of fostering, the challenges they have faced along the way, and the rewarding moments that have made their journey so worthwhile. Most importantly, she shares how fostering has enriched her life, brought new experiences and opportunities, and become one of the most meaningful decisions she and her husband have ever made.

Karen and Nigel share their experiences as foster carers with TACT, reflecting on their fostering journey and what inspired them to begin. They discuss the realities of fostering, the rewards and challenges they've encountered along the way, and offer an honest insight into what it's really like to provide a safe and supportive home for children and young people.

Foster Carer Mark, shares his experiences as a foster carer with TACT. He talks through his fostering journey right from what first inspired him to become a foster carer and shares what it's really like to be a foster carer.

How does fostering impact your own children? In this episode, we explore what it's really like to foster as a family when you have birth children at home.
We discuss the unique opportunities, challenges, and rewards that come with welcoming foster children into your family, and how birth children can play an important role in creating a supportive and caring environment. From sharing space and attention to building empathy and lifelong memories, we take an honest look at the realities of fostering together.
Whether you're considering fostering or are already on your fostering journey, this episode offers valuable insights into how families can prepare, adapt, and thrive.

Fostering can be one of the most rewarding experiences you'll ever have but there are aspects of the journey that aren't always talked about. In this episode, we explore the realities of fostering, sharing honest insights into the challenges, surprises, and rewarding moments that foster carers experience along the way. From building relationships and navigating change to celebrating progress and supporting children through difficult times, we discuss the things that often go unspoken when people first consider becoming a foster carer. Whether you're already fostering, thinking about becoming a foster carer, or simply want to learn more about what fostering is really like, this episode offers a candid look at the realities behind the role.

In this inspiring episode of The Little Wins of Fostering, host Chloe Meades explores the everyday moments that make fostering such a rewarding journey. From building trust and celebrating milestones to navigating challenges and creating lasting connections, this conversation shines a light on the small victories that have a huge impact on the lives of children and young people in care.