News & Blogs

Christmas is a magical time of year for children, but it can be difficult for many young people in foster care, as the memories and emotions of the past come … How to Make a Foster Child Feel Special this Christmas

Does your foster child sometimes struggle to regulate their emotions? Do not worry, you’re not alone. Many of the children and young people coming into care suffer from severe emotional … How You Can Help Your Child Deal with Frustration and Anger

Last week our Bromsgrove office held a week of fundraising fun to raise money for Children in Need. All keeping in theme with Children in need, the team came up … Children in Need: How Can You Help?

Bullying can cause many young people to feel isolated, worthless or insecure. Over time, repeated bullying may cause a child serious, lasting issues as their confidence and self-esteem diminishes. A … Anti-Bullying Week: How to Support Your Foster Child

This month marks the celebration of Sons and Daughters month – an annual campaign launched by the Fostering Network to celebrate the vital contribution that the children of foster carers make to … Sons and Daughters Month: Jennifer and Simeon’s Story

We celebrated our 25th birthday with a party to thank our carers for their continued dedication to changing and improving the lives of children separated from their birth families.   The celebration took … Clifford House Turns 25!

We received some fantastic entries for our Children’s Chocolate Hamper Competition! Thank you to all of you who took part. Our winner was Corey, aged 6, who drew this cute … Our Children’s Chocolate Hamper Competition

My husband and I decided to become foster carers as we had enough room in our home and in our hearts to help a young person. We don’t have children … Foster Carer Spotlight: Sarah and Antony’s Story

Whether you’re just beginning your fostering journey or are an experienced foster parent, we’ve compiled some of the best books, blog posts and TV shows to help you improve your … Top Picks: Our Recommended Resources for Foster Parents

Clifford House enjoyed a fun day out during the half term, in recognition of Sons and Daughters month. The fostering team, and all our children, had a great day out … Carving Out Some Fun Over Half Term!

Making the decision to become a foster carer is hugely rewarding. You will be providing much needed stability and support to a child or children, in a safe environment.Foster carers … Becoming a Foster Parent: The Best Decision You’ll Ever Make

Fostering is someone or more than one person who brings up or looks after a child that is not theirs. Foster carers are so important to those children who do … What is Fostering? A Mother’s Perspective