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Young People

The children in our care as well as our care leavers have shared their stories and experiences with us.

"Teachers helped shape who I am"

Karla Cook, Pastoral Manager in the Safeguarding Team at Davison High School – the school she once attended as a student - shares her experience of growing up in Foster Care.
read Karla's story
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“Thank you for just giving me your time, no matter how it was spent"

One of our Foster Carers shared this beautifully honest letter from a young person she had cared for here in West Sussex.
read Young person's story
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“We keep them company!"

Ben and Emily are two children who foster and they've shared a glimpse into their experience of being part of a fostering household.
read Ben and Emily's story
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“I think I’m one of the luckiest people!"

Naomi, a care leaver, shares her two separate fostering experience 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 Maz and George and care-experienced young person Nasratu share their wonderful story.
read Sarah, Graham, and Nasratu's 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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"I think it's a great experience for everyone to have"

Grace and Eva's family has been fostering for seven years and they've shared what it's like.
watch Grace and Eva's story
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"My foster family helped me to learn a different culture and how to be a good cook!"

Naqeeb arrived in West Sussex having fled his home in Afghanistan in fear of his own life. Watch his inspiring story.
watch Naqeeb's story
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Meet some of the remarkable children that need your care

Each of our 980 children has a unique story. Each child is wonderfully individual. And each one needs love, support, and the chance to thrive.
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