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May 22 2026

Reflecting on a year of fostering at Orange Grove Southern Counties

After a decade of planning, Alex and Laura Pryor finally began their fostering journey with Orange Grove. Now, one year on, they reflect on their experiences, challenges, and the valuable lessons they’ve learned while providing a safe, loving home for children in need.

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April 8 2026

Tracy’s fostering story: ‘It’s definitely been a rollercoaster’

Tracy and her husband Shawn have been foster carers for 17 years, joining Orange Grove five years ago. Over that time, they’ve supported many children, including helping their foster son Callum receive an ADHD diagnosis after years of advocacy.

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March 4 2026

Emma’s Story: Staying Connected after Young People Leave Care

Over the past eight years, Emma and her family have fostered around eight children. Some children returned to their families, some moved into long-term fostering, and others were adopted.

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February 2 2026

Amanda and Dave’s story: over 14 years of making a difference in children’s lives

Amanda and Dave have been fostering for just over 14 years. Their journey shows how patience, openness and everyday care can make a lasting difference.

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January 1 2026

Switching Career to Change Lives: Shanie’s Story

Shanie shares her inspiring journey of transferring her career experience to fostering. Now, for almost a decade she and her husband have been supporting siblings to stay together, giving children first-time experiences and, ultimately, changing their lives.

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November 13 2025

Shinder’s Story: Fostering as a Single Carer and Building a Lasting Family Bond

When Shinder reached semi-retirement, she finally had the time to think about something she had always hoped to do.

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Foster parent stories

Reflecting on a year of fostering at Orange Grove Southern Counties

Tracy’s fostering story: ‘It’s definitely been a rollercoaster’

Emma’s Story: Staying Connected after Young People Leave Care

Amanda and Dave’s story: over 14 years of making a difference in children’s lives

Switching Career to Change Lives: Shanie’s Story

Shinder’s Story: Fostering as a Single Carer and Building a Lasting Family Bond