Dylan McKee is co-founder of Virtual Memory Box. Shelagh Parkinson, Local Democracy Reporting Service Published: 22 August 2024 Digital memory boxes for children living in care have been introduced as research shows they help youngsters build a stronger identity as they grow up. The technology is being used to ensure young people in Blackpool can…
The blooms were grown by a father and daughter in Cornwall. Daffodils have been grown on the farm for 20 years Independent: Claire Hayhurst 08/03/2024 Foster carers across England and Scotland will receive bouquets of daffodils in the lead-up to Mother’s Day to recognise the contribution they make to children’s lives. The flowers, which represent new beginnings,…
By Ethan Gudge BBC News, 14/03/2024 A former professional footballer has described the “amazing” experience of fostering 70 children over the past decade. Former Southampton FC player Pedro “Pelé” Monteiro and his wife Jo started fostering following his retirement. The pair are now fronting a campaign led by the club and Southampton City Council to…
Share Karleen and Mark Reece are going to use the winnings to convert their garage to make extra bedrooms. By: Lauren Potts – BBC News, CAMELOT, Couple who won more than £100,000 on the EuroMillions plan to use it on their dream of becoming foster parents. Karleen and Mark Reece are going to use the…
The Chicago River became a sea of yellow as thousands of rubber ducks plunged in for the Rubber Duck Derby. Celebrating its 18th year, the popular event helps raise much-needed funds for the Special Olympics Illinois. The sunglass-wearing ducks all have numbers. Locals can adopt one or more ducks by paying a fee. It ranges from $5…
Enabling young Londoners to lead happy, healthy lives by supporting their mental health & wellbeing Young people’s mental well-being is now a national crisis. Even before the advent of Covid-19, there was a gulf between the availability of Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services and the number of young people needing their support. This issue…
