Fostering

Support is essential for every foster parent, especially during challenging times. At Clifford House, we offer dedicated support groups, training, and a strong community network to ensure foster parents feel connected, confident, and never alone throughout their fostering journey, every step of the way.

Today marks the beginning of Foster Care Fortnight 2026, the UK’s biggest campaign dedicated to celebrating and raising awareness of fostering, with Clifford House proudly supporting this important initiative.

What’s it like to be a male foster carer? In this episode, Phil shares his experiences, challenges outdated stereotypes, and highlights the importance of positive male role models in fostering. Discover how men can make a lasting difference in the lives of children in care.

Teenagers in care often carry trauma alongside the usual pressures of growing up. In this blog, we explore why resilience is so important, how to balance safety with healthy risk-taking, and practical ways foster parents can support teens to manage emotions, build confidence, and develop the skills they need for a positive future.

Our new podcast, Let’s Talk About Fostering, shares real stories from the Polaris Community.

As January approaches, people around the country begin to make resolutions of what they want to achieve in the new year. These resolutions may include taking a family holiday or moving house.   … 6 Reasons to Start Your Fostering Journey in 2026

Meet our team When you join Clifford House, you’re joining a small team of professionals based in the Midlands who share a dedication for nurturing children and helping them to … How Supervising Social Workers will Support you at Clifford House

Are you ready to discover some great locations for a family day out? Check out our list below to discover a whole host of things to do with your foster … Top 7 Family-Friendly Parks in the Midlands for a Perfect Day Out

Meet Sarah, a single foster mum in the West Midlands. Sarah has been fostering with Clifford House for four years. Her three children, aged 5, 16 and 18, are growing … The Power of Fostering as a Family

“Fostering is the most rewarding thing I’ve ever done. To know that you are going to impact somebody’s life for the better is one of the greatest gifts any job … Celebrating Father’s Day Together as a Fostering Family

Here at Clifford House, we’re proud to support our dedicated community of foster parents and their families. We understand how important it is for our foster parents to feel supported … How We’re Investing in the Future of our Foster Parents at Clifford House

The Christmas holidays are fast approaching, and for many, it is a time of excitement, good cheer and fabulous memories, but for a new fostering family, it may not be … Celebrating Christmas as a New Fostering Family