LGBTQ+ Adoption and Fostering Week

As we celebrate LGBTQ+ Adoption and Fostering Week, we are thrilled to announce our partnership with Proud 2 B Parents, further solidifying our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and support for LGBTQ+ families. Join us as we spotlight the importance of fostering within the LGBTQ+ community and explore the reasons why Three Circles Fostering is your ideal fostering agency.

About Proud 2 b Parents

Proud 2 b Parents is an exceptional organisation run by and for LGBT+ parents/carers and their children. 🏡💙 Committed to providing essential services tailored to the unique needs of LGBT+ families, they offer a diverse array of programs catering to families of all shapes, sizes, and backgrounds.

Services Offered by Proud 2 b Parents

From engaging digital meet-ups to inspiring in-person gatherings, Proud 2 b Parents delivers a variety of services designed to foster connection, support, and empowerment within the LGBT+ community. Whether you're a seasoned parent or just starting your journey, Proud 2 b Parents offers something for everyone.

How to Get Involved

Haven't engaged with Proud 2 b Parents' events yet? Now's the perfect time to get involved! Register today at www.proud2bparents.co.uk and explore the exciting opportunities awaiting you. Join us as we come together to celebrate love, family, and the power of community during LGBT Adoption and Fostering Week and beyond.

Featured Video Blog: Meet Matt

To offer you a firsthand look at the incredible work being done by LGBT foster carers, we're excited to share a video blog featuring Matt, one of our dedicated carers. In this inspiring video, Matt shares his journey as a foster carer, highlighting the joys, challenges, and transformative moments that have shaped his experience. Through his story, we see the profound impact that love, compassion, and inclusivity can have on the lives of children.

Gaydio podcast

For this episode, Founder and Managing Director of 'Proud2Be Parents', Matt Taylor-Roberts, chats to Gaydio Breakfast's Paris Munro about his journey to begin a family, the founding of 'Proud2Be Parents' and the journey to become a foster parent.

https://www.gaydio.co.uk/on-air/podcasts2/gaydio-academy-voices/episode/episode-5-lgbt-adoption-and-fostering-week-fostering/?autoplay=1

Why Choose Three Circles Fostering on LGBTQ+ Adoption and Fostering Week?

  1. Inclusive Community: At Three Circles Fostering, inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate the unique experiences and perspectives of LGBTQ+ individuals and families, providing a nurturing environment where everyone feels valued and supported.

  2. Partnership with Proud 2 B Parents: Our partnership with Proud 2 B Parents strengthens our dedication to supporting LGBTQ+ families throughout their fostering journey. Together, we offer comprehensive resources, training, and guidance tailored to the needs of LGBT foster carers, ensuring they have the tools they need to succeed.

  3. Expert support: Our team of experienced professionals is here to guide you through every step of the fostering process. From the initial inquiry to welcoming a child into your home, we provide personalised support and encouragement, empowering you to make a positive impact on the lives of children.

  4. Transformative impact: Fostering is a profound opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and young people who need stability and love. By opening your heart and home to a child in need, you have the chance to provide them with a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive and grow.

  5. Celebrating diversity: We believe that every child deserves to grow up in a family where they are accepted and loved for who they are. By embracing diversity and inclusion, we create a fostering community that reflects the rich tapestry of human experience, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported.

Support we offer

  • Monthly face-to-face support from qualified social worker ensuring personal progress of carers and progress of the care plan

  • Education input and support from a named education practitioner within NT&AS

  • Support and advice to achieve positive educational transition

  • Advice and support from social work team

  • Identification and provision of training

  • Regular programme of training delivered to meet carers’ needs.

  • Pre and post approval training

  • Access to secure area of Three Circles Fostering website where information and guidance may be found

  • Frequent contact from their allocated social worker

  • Comprehensive foster carers’ handbook

  • ICT systems for completion of reports and records

  • Carer forums and support groups - including a dedicated LGBTQ+ support group

  • Support to children of the fostering family

  • Access to the directors

  • Private medical insurance for qualifying families

  • Agreed additional mileage allowance

  • Birthday and holiday allowances in line with Fostering Network rates

  • Independent allegation support service

  • Individual membership to Fostering Network

  • A diary of free events for the whole family!

Join Our Fostering Family Today!

As we celebrate LGBT+ Adoption and Fostering Week, we invite you to join us at Three Circles Fostering in our mission to create brighter futures for children in care. Together, we can build a more inclusive, supportive, and loving community for all families. Contact us today to learn more about becoming a foster carer with Three Circles Fostering!

Did you read our blog last month on the hisoty of LGBTQ+ fostering? Check it out here and have a look at the video below!

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