Isle of Wight Fostering

09/06/2026

01/06/2026

Happy Pride Month from The Fostering Network 🌈 🙌

This June, we proudly stand with our LGBTQ+ fostering community - foster carers, kinship carers, children, young people, and allies. Diversity brings the fostering community together, and we’ll be celebrating love, identity, and belonging throughout Pride Month and beyond!

If you are a foster carer supporting an LGBTQ+ child or young person, here are some useful resources where you can find advice, information, and support:

• LGBTQ+ Youth in Care has collected lots of supportive resources, including documents and videos ➡️ https://www.lgbtyouthincare.com/

• Become has a range of resources for LGBTQ+ young people in care, including videos, helplines, and more ➡️ https://becomecharity.org.uk/get-information/resources/resources-for-lgbtq-young-people-in-care/

• The Proud Trust offers information and support for carers, as well as LGBTQ+ and questioning young people ➡️ https://bit.ly/3whOdpJ

28/05/2026

Just scrolling? Same.

“Safe” can feel like a big word. But sometimes it looks like this:
A place to sit, something to eat, and someone who cares.

You do not have to know everything yet.

Let the thought sit for a moment and when you are ready, give us a call.

📞 0300 1312979

25/05/2026

There are so many misconceptions about fostering which might stop people from exploring whether it could be right for them. We are setting the record straight and sharing the facts behind the myths.

Swipe through to learn more and help spread awareness. 💙
Keen to learn more? Drop us a follow.

24/05/2026

💛 This is fostering too. 💛
As a carer, you can make a life‑changing difference for a young parent and their baby by offering calm, consistent support when it matters most.

🌱 How you’ll help
Build gentle daily routines
Support feeding and everyday care
Grow confidence and essential parenting skills
Be a steady, reassuring presence

🏡 What do you need?
✔️ A spare bedroom
✔️ A stable, supportive home
✔️ A genuine willingness to make a difference

🤝 What support do carers receive?
✨ Specialist training
✨ Regular supervision
✨ 24/7 professional support
✨ Generous allowances

You’re never on your own — you’re part of a team helping families grow stronger together.
👉 Find out more about becoming a foster carer: https://www.lafosteringse.org.uk/

Further information and to apply to be a foster career
call on 0300 1312797 between 9am - 5pm
email [email protected]

23/05/2026

We’re making the most of the sunshine this bank holiday weekend, but do not worry, your enquiries will be picked up when we’re back in the office on Tuesday 💻

Enjoy the sunshine everyone!

21/05/2026

💛 This is fostering too. 💛
Some young parents may have experienced a complex life and need extra support, from an experienced carer, providing love, care and support.

👶🏡 What’s involved?
✔️ Daily guidance and encouragement
✔️ A safe, stable home
✔️ Keeping parent and child together

🤍 How could you help?
✨ Supporting routines
✨ Feeding and daily care
✨ Building confidence and parenting skills
✨ Offering reassurance every step of the way

Young parents often enter care because they need guidance, don’t yet have a support network, or there are safeguarding concerns.
With the right support, they can learn, grow and thrive alongside their child.

🌟 Want to learn more about Parent and Child Fostering?
Visit 👉 https://www.lafosteringse.org.uk/

Further information and to apply to be a foster carer
call on 0300 1312797 between 9am - 5pm
email [email protected]

21/05/2026

Looking for a safe, fun space for young people to connect, unwind and build confidence?

Level Up (ages 16–25) blends retro gaming with real-life chats, helping young people relax, make friends and grow important life skills.

💬 From Mario Kart to meaningful conversations
🎯 A welcoming, youth-led space
💚 Supporting wellbeing, confidence & connection
📍 Youth Trust House, Newport
🕓 Tuesdays, 4:30pm – 6pm

✨ Community Capacity Grant Spotlight: Youth Trust, Level Up ✨

We’re proud to support of Wight Youth Trust Level Up programme, funded through our Community Capacity Grant!

👉 Designed for young people aged 16 to 25, Level Up is a youth-led space where retro gaming meets real-life conversations. From Mario Kart to pool, sessions create a relaxed and welcoming environment where young people can connect, have fun, and build vital emotional resilience and life skills.
💬 After the games, the focus shifts to open, honest conversations — helping participants press pause on life’s challenges and power up their confidence, wellbeing, and social connections.
📍 Based at Youth Trust House in Newport
🕓 Tuesdays, 4:30pm to 6pm
This project is a great example of how small grants can make a big impact, supporting safe spaces and positive opportunities for young people in our community.
🙌 Well done to Youth Trust for creating something engaging, inclusive, and youth-driven!