Suffolk Foster carers Association
About Us
To provide effective support for foster carers, to represent their views, and to assist foster carers to advocate effectively for the children in their care. To promote and develop partnership with the local authority and all relevant agencies to ensure that looked after children in Suffolk receive the best service possible and achieve good life outcomes. To develop awareness and knowledge amongst foster carers and those agencies working with looked after children. We are active on the Fostering Network’s East of England Regional Forum and the National Forum. We are also represented on Suffolk County Council’s Corporate Parenting Board.
Success Stories
‘When Ben arrived in our family he was troubled and frightened. He had come from a home where his situation was uncertain and his family could never guarantee the next meal. After some time had passed he really started to open up to us and he flourished. He joined the local football club and we realised he had an interest in politics. I took this picture at one of our family days out, Ben is in the middle. He is part of our family as far as we are concerned and he seems so far from the child we first met. Ben has been with us for 12 years now and last week he graduated from the university of Exeter with a degree in political science. We are so proud of how far he has come and very excited about his future. ‘ Mr and Mrs Foster carer
Useful Links and Information
Self harm guide DLA guidance Fostering statement of purpose Guide to income tax SCC fostering guides and fostering manual, Suffolk Promise (also Suffolk infolink, CPD, policy and procedures database, The Source – help and advice for young people in Suffolk) Up to date tier level guide Further reading list Documentaries: Protecting our foster kids