Going for a bike ride has many benefits – it’s a lot of fun, great exercise and helps to build strong bonds in foster families. But like most sports, accidents … How to Get Your Child to Wear a Helmet
22 March 2019
Self Injury Awareness Day (also known as Self Harm Awareness Day) is a global campaign where people choose to be more open about their own self-harm and awareness organisations make … Spot the Signs of Self-Harm in Children & Teenagers
1 March 2019
Tammy and her husband started fostering just over a year ago, after having their first child and wanting to give another child the same positive upbringing that their own son … Tammy & James’ Fostering Journey
15 February 2019
Today is Safer Internet Day, a globally recognised day that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children online. The internet is a great thing, providing children with opportunities to learn, … 5 Tips to Keep Children Safe Online
5 February 2019
We’re celebrating National Storytelling Week by encouraging the children in our care to pick up a book and get reading. To help them find a book they love, we asked … Our Children’s Book Guide for National Storytelling Week
29 January 2019
Clifford House have been busy gathering food donations over the festive period to donate to food banks up and down the country, including 50 items for the Basement Project. The basement project supports young … Clifford House’s Food Bank Appeal
24 December 2018
We are reaching a rather exciting time as the Christmas holidays are approaching nearer! Even though it Is such a busy time, Christmas can still provide many opportunities for our … How You Can Encourage Learning Over Christmas
13 December 2018
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
6 December 2018
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?
20 November 2018
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
16 November 2018
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
22 October 2018
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!
18 July 2018