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“I think I’m one of the luckiest people!"

Naomi, a care leaver, shares her two separate fostering experiences with her Foster Carers Maz and George and the impact it has had on her life.
read Naomi's story
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Fostering is all about “Enjoying lots of sprinkles!"

Daisy, a child who fosters, shares fostering is all about "having fun together, making things, playing games, and enjoying lots of sprinkles!"
read Daisy's story
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“They are the best people I have ever met and I'm so thankful"

Foster Carers Sarah and Graham, and care-experienced young person Nasratu, share their wonderful story.
read Sarah, Graham, and Nasratu's story
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“Seeing them develop confidence has been a pleasure!"

Foster Carers Maz and George welcomed Ollie and Marcus in 2011 and they are still together. Here's what they have to say.
read Maz, George, Ollie, and Marcus' story
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“I wouldn't trade it for anything!"

Foster Carer Sam welcomed Chey into her family as a tiny newborn before he moved on with adoptive Mum Hazel. Over 20 years on, they all still share a wonderful bond together.
read Sam, Hazel, and Chey's story
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“It’s going to be a bit messy and chaotic, but you haven’t got to be perfect!"

Foster Carer, Claire, has a busy household with one Staying Put young person, three unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people and two children of her own!
read Claire's story
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Supported Lodgings online information session - you're invited! 

We’re hosting online information sessions for people in West Sussex who’d like to learn more about Supported Lodgings. This is the perfect opportunity to learn from local hosts and ask any questions.
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