In this episode of Residential Insights, Donna welcomes back single foster carer Richard, along with his supervising social worker, for a conversation about what it takes to thrive as a single carer.
They talk honestly about the challenges, the support that helps make it work, and how having the right people around makes all the difference for both the carer and the child.
Whether you're already fostering, thinking about it, or just want to hear what goes on behind the scenes, this episode offers a genuine look at the everyday reality of foster care.
20 Feb 2025
Episode 11: How JMT Supports Carers
In this episode of Reflections on Fostering, Donna speaks with social workers Claire and Caroline about the comprehensive support JMT provides to foster carers.
They discuss the importance of having a robust support network, the resources available to carers, and how JMT encourages peer support to ensure the best outcomes for carers and their young people.
23 Jan 2025
Episode 10: Interview with JMT Foster Carer: Richard's Journey
In this episode, Donna chats with Richard, a single parent foster carer, and his social worker, Thomas. Together, they share insights into the fostering process, Richard’s experiences as a single parent carer, and the transition from local authority fostering to JMT.
7 Jan 2025
Episode 9: Interview with JMT Foster Carer
In this episode, Donna chats with Claire, one of our amazing JMT foster carers, and her daughter, Charlotte, who helps out as a short break carer.
Together, they share their journey as a family in fostering—the highs, the challenges, and the moments that make it all worth it. Don't miss out on the conversation!
29 Nov 2024
Episode 8: Interview With The JMT Fostering Panel
JMT fostering panel members share their experiences and insights on the realities of fostering, helping listeners better understand the complexities of this critical role.
7 Nov 2024
Episode 7: Integrated Care Services Within JMT Fostering
In this episode, Donna interviews Stephanie, Manager of Psychological Services and Intervention at Moore House Group. Steph talks about how her team collaborates with JMT Fostering to support foster children and their carers through their integrated services.
30 Oct 2024
Episode 6: Social Worker Training at JMT Fostering
In this episode, join Donna, Caroline, Thomas, and Rebecca as they discuss their varying experiences with staff training as social workers at JMT Fostering.
24 Oct 2024
Episode 5: Foster Carer Training at JMT
In this episode, Donna, Caroline, and Thomas will talk you through the training provided to carers at JMT Fostering.
They explore the comprehensive qualifications and resources available, from foundational skills to ongoing development, ensuring carers feel supported and confident in their roles.
11 Oct 2024
Episode 4: What working for JMT Fostering is like
In Episode 4 of Reflections on Fostering, Donna sits down with Thomas and Ben, the most recent social workers to join JMT Fostering.
They share their experiences of working at JMT and compare it to their previous roles at other agencies.
Together, they discuss the unique culture at JMT, the challenges and rewards of working in foster care, and how they feel supported in their work to help children and young people.
10 Oct 2024
Episode 3: Care Inspection Results
In this episode of Reflections on Fostering, Donna and Caroline delve into the highlights of their Care Inspectorate report and reflect on the hard work and dedication of their team and carers that led to such positive outcomes.
Tune in to hear more about how this inspection shapes their ongoing commitment to delivering top-quality care!
3 Oct 2024
Episode 2: Behind The Scenes of Care Inspection
In Episode 2 of Reflections on Fostering, Donna and Caroline dive into JMT's recent care inspection by the Care Inspectorate regulatory body. They discuss what the inspection process looks like for a fostering agency and share insights on the standards and practices that foster agencies must uphold
26 Sept 2024
Episode 1: Introduction to JMT Fostering
In this week’s debut episode, join Donna and Caroline, as they introduce their roles in JMT Fostering and share insights into their daily lives in the field.
This episode will explore the challenges and rewards of fostering, and help listeners gain a deeper understanding of the vital work social workers do to support children and families.
15 Apr 2024
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