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What is your therapeutic approach?

Many of the children and young people that we work with have significant difficulties, may have experienced abuse, or suffer from developmental disorders, so the therapeutic model we work on is rooted in theories of trauma and attachment.

 

We believe a full holistic approach to the care of a child or young person is essential in their progress and open them up to a range of opportunities. 

 

Find out more about our therapeutic approach here.

 

For more information or advice, contact us here, or call 0161 507 3723.

 

 

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Foster Parent Suitability Questionnaire

Some basics to become a foster parent

Here are a few questions to help you discover whether fostering is right for you and what we need from our foster parents.

1. I have a spare bedroom for a foster child

2. I will be available to care for a child full time

3. I am over 25 years old

4. I have a stable, positive home to offer a child

5. I am a patient, resilient and understanding person

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Becoming a professional foster parent

We regard fostering as a profession. Therefore we'll treat you as a professional - we'll provide great pay, support and training. In return we expect our foster parents to provide a high standard of care for our children. 

I want a professional career in fostering and am happy to undertake ongoing training

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The challenges of fostering

Fostering is life changing and rewarding work. It can also be challenging at times but our foster parents tell stories of the great satisfaction they gain with our expert support. 

I understand that some children in fostering may have challenging behaviour due to the experiences they may have had

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Working as part of a team

As a foster parent we require you to work as part of the By the Bridge team but also with social workers, teachers and health workers to help support the child.

I am able to talk and listen to young people, aswell as working part of a team to help support them

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