Sarah Sparkes

The Role of a Foster Parent: A Deep Dive into What to Expect
From offering a safe haven to helping children heal, we explore what being a foster parent really involves and what to expect on your fostering journey.
11 August 2025

The Benefits of Exploring Nature with your Foster Children this Summer
Explore 5 benefits of spending time out and about in nature as a family, as well as 5 free or low-cost crafts and activities you can take part in with your foster children this summer.
16 July 2025

Foster Care Fortnight 2025: Celebrating the Impact of Relationships
This Foster Care Fortnight, we’re celebrating the power of relationships, the heart of everything we do at Clifford House. Through close-knit support and meaningful connections, our fostering community continues to show how strong relationships can change lives.
12 May 2025

How Finding the Right Foster Family Can Change a Child’s Life
Fostering is about more than providing a safe home, it’s about finding the right match that helps a child feel truly accepted and supported. Discover how the right foster family can change a child’s life.
8 May 2025

Why it’s Important to Keep Siblings Together in Foster Care
When children go into foster care, their siblings are often the ones who truly understand what they’re going through – but sadly, many are separated. In this blog, we explore why keeping siblings together matters and the difference it can make.
24 April 2025

Clifford House Rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news – Clifford House Fostering has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted! This incredible achievement reflects the dedication, passion, and hard work of our entire team and our amazing foster families across the Midlands.
7 February 2025

Balancing Fostering and Working as a Foster Parent
Discover our top tips for managing your work and home-life balance as a foster parent with Clifford House.
1 February 2025

6 Reasons to Start Your Fostering Journey in 2025
As January approaches, people around the county begin to make resolutions of what they want to achieve in the new year. These resolutions may include taking a family holiday or … 6 Reasons to Start Your Fostering Journey in 2025
2 December 2024