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There are 2 bespoke workshops, split over consecutive weeks, carers are required to attend both and there are limited places available. Lunch will be provided at both workshops.

Workshop 1 An Introduction to the Different Types of Inclusive Play

This will focus on our relationship to play, the different possibilities within inclusive play. We will also look at the benefits of play
and why we play. We will explore sensory play and different ways of attuning with children in relation to their differing needs.

Workshop 2 Multisensory Storytelling

In this workshop, we will continue to explore sensory play and introduce multisensory storytelling that is easy for the whole family to take part in
together.

Support groups provide a much needed opportunity to talk about fostering issues with other carers. They are attended by carers who
have a wealth of experience, knowledge and expertise which they have accumulated through many years in fostering. The support group can offer
an opportunity to share experiences and provide invaluable support to each other. Some of the support groups will have designated speakers to share
information or address a training need.

Speakers: 

The Fostering Changes Programme was established in 1999 by the Conduct Disorder, Adoption and Fostering National and Specialist Team at the Maudsley Hospital. Following the increasing request from Foster Carers for more practical solutions to the problems they were experiencing with their Looked After Children to manage behaviour and avoid disruptions.

The Fostering Changes Programme is behaviourally based and derives from research into parenting skills, attachment, educational attainment and the academic progression of looked after children who are in Foster Care. It is flagship course for Foster Carers that provides them with the practical skills in behaviour identification and management that will support the longevity and stability of placements and make a significant difference to a looked after child’s life.

The course is open to all foster carers regardless of their experience and relationship to the children they look after.

This course is aimed for children 12 years and under

This is an 7 week course and all parts should be attended.

To explore how young people use technology today and how we can support them to stay safe. This course reflects current trends and is specific to the teenage years.

Supporting a child and young person’s independence is imperative to the development of the child/young person.

A six week course to introduce you to the fundamentals of Thrive and how it works in practice.

Please Note - This Course is only available to Carers who have placements with THRIVE in their schools

This is a 6 Session Course to be held during the 2019/20 Autumn term

To equip participants with the skills, knowledge and confidence to contact and make referrals to Children’s Social Care.

Important note: It is essential that you have undertaken the Safeguarding Children e-learning prior to coming on this course (see additional information under full details), or you may be turned away.

The aim of this course is to address delegated authority to enable
foster carers to play a more informed and proactive role within the lives of
the children and young people they are looking after.

This Workshop offers you an opportunity to address compassion fatigue and how you can look after yourself.

A sandwich lunch will be provided.