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In March 2019 I started working here at Young People at Heart as a Social Work Assistant. Before this role, I had worked in many different jobs and been unhappy in most of them. I really didn’t know what I wanted to do or where I fit in. I had always been interested in the …

To celebrate National Storytelling Week this week one of our staff members has written a poem, capturing what it is like being a teenager in care. I may be a teenager But I’m a child within I have things to tell you  But don’t know where to begin So I shout and swear Sometimes I …

In preparation for National Storytelling Week beginning tomorrow we are celebrating one of our young people and their emerging creative talents. We thought we would share a poem, written by one of our young people who received a ‘Talent for Writing’ certificate for this piece. This is a remarkable achievement for a young person who …

I’m in year 4 and I was one of 4 children to be asked into my schools curling team. We practice in the sports hall before lunchtime. I enjoy playing with my friends even though it can be cold! My carer came to watch me practice and I even let her have a turn. Recently …

Foster carers are the foundation of our organisation and upskilling them with topics which are current and relevant is paramount to providing a good care experience for children and young people. We have worked closely with foster carers, seeking their advice and views on learning and topics of interest which in turn has shaped our …

When talking about working for a fostering organisation, most minds will think of the social workers and front-line support workers, however there are others behind the scenes. The admin team have a big role in keeping the information flowing through the organisation. From, and to carers, as well as keeping on top of statuary requirements …

What a fantastic time we’ve had taking our amazing foster families and staff teams to the pantomimes this season! We’ve laughed, cheered, and booed our way through Snow White at the Wyvern Theatre, Beauty and the Beast at The Baths Hall, Dick Whittington at The Courtyard Theatre, and Jack and the Beanstalk at Thameside Theatre! …

For our final Good News Friday of the year, Davina and I thought we’d take a look back at some of the highlights of 2023. We held a lot of activities for our young people, and these included reptile shows, summer picnics, our 8th Birthday events at outdoor activity centres, Halloween walks and of course, …

Over the past year some of our young people in Essex have had the opportunity to attend Equine therapy. This can develop skills such as communication, self-control, problem solving and accountability as well as improving your self-esteem, empathy, flexibility, and independence. Building a connection and relationship with the horse can help to address issues of …