Shannon (McGarrigal) King’s Post

Why are we pouring government funding and charity money into 'fixing' things all the time when the money would be better spent preventing it in the first place? There would also be less damage to children who are already profoundly traumatised. Our children have a birth right to meaningful contact so let's invest in them not being denied it in the first place. As a foster carer I watch it happen and not for the right reasons, it's either too much hassle for overstretched social workers to arrange it, or another foster carer is blocking it - which is not in their job remit (too much trouble, 'upsets' the children). Or it's let slide for so long every one conveinetly forgets about it - except the children. FosterWiki have a adenda for reform, with solutions and evidence, data, stats and feedback from the biggest independent foster carer's survey ever, serious feedback from fostering's frontline. Please lets work togther, lets collaborate on prevention. Carolyn Moody MBE Niki Kalisperas Coram The Fostering Network National Union of Professional Foster Carers Saffron Hill Kimberley Kailla #fostercare #siblings #lifelong #attachments #trama

Some people think that we are special #parents because we have #SpecialNeedsKids, but they are wrong. We are not special, we are just ordinary people who love our children and do our best to help them grow and thrive. 💕  Our kids are the ones who are special, not because of their #challenges, but because of their #abilities, their personalities, their passions, and their #gifts. They teach us every day how to be more #patient, more #compassionate, more #resilient, and more grateful. They make us laugh, they make us cry, they make us proud, and they make us better humans. 🙌  We don't need pity or praise for being parents of special needs kids, we need #understanding and #support. We need more #awareness and #inclusion, more #resources and #services, more respect and acceptance. We need a world that sees our kids for who they are, not what they have. 🌎  That's why we are sharing our stories and experiences with you, to show you the reality and the beauty of raising special needs kids. How has your child help make you a #BetterHuman?  💪  #specialneedskids #specialneedsparents #specialneedsadvocacy #specialneedsinclusion #specialneedsrock

Discover the facts about self-directed care. It's tried, true, and making a difference for nearly 30 years! Visit our blog https://ow.ly/gFNv50QJyU4 and access our facts sheet to learn the truth about self-direction. #PPLFirst #InformedChoice #CommunityCare

Kinship Care Week is crucial for: Awareness: Educating about kinship care's significance. Recognition: Appreciating carer's & Special Guardian's dedication. Advocacy: Pushing for better support and policies. Community: Fostering carers & Special Guardian's connections. Reducing Stigma: Dispelling myths and biases. Inspiration: Encouraging carers and Special Guardians. Policy Change: Influencing supportive policies. Overall, it promotes understanding and support for kinship families and Special Guardians alike. #KinshipCareWeek #DoOneThing

Exactly 12 years ago, I received a call about my sister-in-law passed😭😭😭😭 away due to complications from childbirth. The person I just spoke to hours before with no issues, problems. WHAT? This tragedy was preventable, and no Black woman should face such a fate. WHY I’m passionate about what I do and bridging the gaps in my black communities. THIS IS MY WHY! The maternal mortality rate for Black women is disproportionately high, reflecting systemic issues in our healthcare system. It's imperative that we address these disparities and ensure that every woman receives the quality care she deserves. Let's advocate for: ✅Improved Access to Quality Healthcare: Ensuring comprehensive prenatal and postnatal care for all women. ✅Addressing Bias in Healthcare: Training providers to recognize and mitigate implicit biases. ✅Community Support: Building strong support networks and resources for pregnant women. ✅Health Education: Empowering women to advocate for themselves and understand potential complications. ✅Policy Changes: Supporting policies that tackle healthcare disparities and improve maternal health outcomes. We all have a role to play in driving these changes. Together, we can prevent such tragedies and save lives. I AM THE VOICE FOR THE VOICELESS. Happy Birthday Mary! #projectMary #MaternalHealth #HealthEquity #BlackMaternalHealth #HealthcareReform #civicengagement @highlight Global Ubuntu Impact Foundation www.ubuntuimpact.org

When we give talks at community events, we often get questions as to who volunteers to be a CASA advocate? The answer: everyday people just like you. Here are some thoughts from CASA volunteer Sarah Terry who is pictured below with her family. Why volunteer with CASA? I wanted to be a CASA for a very long time. Once my children were a little bit older, I reached out to CASA to get started. How long have you been a CASA? I was sworn in as a CASA in 2022. I was assigned to one child, but when that child was placed in a second foster home with his siblings, I became a CASA for all three children. What made you certain you were effective as a CASA? A couple months ago I realized that I am the only person that has been with my children since their case began. That is why I am a CASA. Caseworkers, therapists, teachers, and placements can always change; but CASAs are forever. All children deserve to know that someone will stay with them through everything. What keeps you coming back? It can be very difficult to hear about the struggles these children have or have had. However, knowing that I can be a source of reliability and unwavering support for them is why I am a CASA. My goal is for my children to know that I will always be there for them no matter what. Interested in learning more about becoming a volunteer child advocate with CASA? Email Christa@casaberks.org to register and attend an information session.

When we give talks at community events, we often get questions as to who volunteers to be a CASA advocate? The answer: everyday people just like you. Here are some thoughts from CASA volunteer Sarah Terry who is pictured below with her family. Why volunteer with CASA? I wanted to be a CASA for a very long time. Once my children were a little bit older, I reached out to CASA to get started. How long have you been a CASA? I was sworn in as a CASA in 2022. I was assigned to one child, but when that child was placed in a second foster home with his siblings, I became a CASA for all three children. What made you certain you were effective as a CASA? A couple months ago I realized that I am the only person that has been with my children since their case began. That is why I am a CASA. Caseworkers, therapists, teachers, and placements can always change; but CASAs are forever. All children deserve to know that someone will stay with them through everything. What keeps you coming back? It can be very difficult to hear about the struggles these children have or have had. However, knowing that I can be a source of reliability and unwavering support for them is why I am a CASA. My goal is for my children to know that I will always be there for them no matter what. Interested in learning more about becoming a volunteer child advocate with CASA? Email Christa@casaberks.org to register and attend an information session.

The Season of Giving is upon us. Alzheimer's Caregiving & The Caregivers has just one goal.....to provide much needed support and resources to people who are looking after a loved one with Alzheimer's or Dementia. We are asking you to consider us in your giving strategy in the coming months because no family should have to face Alzheimer's Caregiving alone. Your generosity and support is deeply appreciated. #givingtuesday #CorporateSocialResponsibility #philanthropy #philanthropist #philathropymatters

The Season of Giving is upon us. Alzheimer's Caregiving & The Caregivers has just one goal.....to provide much needed support and resources to people who are looking after a loved one with Alzheimer's or Dementia. We are asking you to consider us in your giving strategy in the coming months because no family should have to face Alzheimer's Caregiving alone. Your generosity and support is deeply appreciated. #givingtuesday #CorporateSocialResponsibility #philanthropy #philanthropist #philathropymatters

##Children’s Awareness Month 1. **Health and Safety**: Promotes discussions on improving children's physical and mental health, including safety measures at home, school, and public places. 2. **Education**: Highlights the importance of access to quality education, early childhood development programs, and addressing educational inequalities. 3. **Rights and Advocacy**: Emphasizes children's rights and the need for advocacy on issues like child labor, abuse, and access to essential services. 4. **Community Engagement**: Encourages community involvement and volunteerism to support children's programs and services. ### Activities and Campaigns: - **Workshops and Seminars**: Conducted to educate parents, teachers, and caregivers on best practices in child care and development. - **Public Awareness Campaigns**: Use of media, social platforms, and local events to spread information about children's health and safety. - **Fundraising and Support Drives**: Organized to gather resources for children's programs, such as health clinics, educational tools, and support services for at-risk children.#Awareness #Education #Children