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Read about some of the amazing experiences our foster families have enjoyed...
June 19 2025 9:42
Case studies
Liz, a foster mum from Northampton shows what it means to foster together - as a family of seven. Liz shares with us her inspiring story as an adoptee who went on to adopt her own two sons from foster care.
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June 5 2025 11:12
Caitlin's parents foster with Orange Grove. She shares the impact fostering has had on her and what it's really like being a foster sibling.
May 21 2025 9:42
Denise has fostered 20 children over the past decade. In this honest account, she reflects on the realities of fostering - from building trust and overcoming challenges to learning therapeutic parenting and celebrating the profound joys that come with making a difference.
May 8 2025 11:43
How love, loss and a leap of faith led to a life-changing journey. Julie shares her experience of fostering so far.
April 24 2025 11:14
Diana, a courageous single mum who overcame cancer before beginning her fostering journey, now cares for four children in her single-parent home. She shares her incredible story and the beautiful family she’s built through fostering.
April 8 2025 9:40
First-time empty nester Michael shares how fostering brought purpose and joy to his life - and why he encourages others to start their journey too.
March 26 2025 9:14
First-time foster mums, Jodie and Holly, share their experiences from their first year of fostering - and why they believe you don’t need parenting experience to be a great foster parent.
February 12 2025 12:00
Sarah, Peter and their teenage son knew they had a lot of love to give and started their fostering journey with Orange Grove almost 3 years ago. Today, they look back on their journey so far!
October 31 2024 12:00
After a divorce, Caroline felt something was missing in her life, leading her to begin her fostering journey. Now, a few years into her career, she shares the incredible rewards of caring for siblings.
October 1 2024 12:00
Join Charlotte and Megan on their fostering journey as they welcome a little girl into their home, experiencing the joys and challenges of being first-time foster parents.
October 10 2023 8:00
Retired teacher, Kathy, shares her fostering journey so far and how she feels privileged to be able to continue to make a difference in the lives of young people.
October 2 2023 12:00
Over a 15-year fostering career, Annette has supported more than 20 children and became a 'Special Guardian' for three of them.
May 22 2023 12:00
Kem and Eric have been fostering for over 13 years. In our latest campaign, we hear from the couple and some of the young people whose lives have been touched by this extraordinary family.
March 28 2023 12:00
Meet the foster mum who has provided a home for life for the young people in her care...
September 27 2022 12:00
Sarah shares how empty nest syndrome was the motivation she needed to become a foster parent and the incredible journey she's been on ever since.
June 21 2022 12:00
Yorkshire foster parents, Maggie and Allen, have recently celebrated their 15-year fostering anniversary. Today, they share some of the highlights of their fostering career.
May 25 2022 12:00
Despite never having children of their own, newly approved foster parents, Lynne and Ian, recently welcomed their first child into their home and are already making an extraordinary difference.
December 16 2021 12:00
After wanting to foster all their lives, Debra and Graham finally made it happen 3 years ago. Today, they share their fostering story so far...
November 29 2021 12:00
Respite foster carer, Karen, talks about how she and her husband became respite foster parents for Orange Grove.
June 3 2020 12:00
Michelle and Andy have had their own child fly the nest already, and now at the age of 48 and 51, the couple share their journey of welcoming their new foster children into their home.
March 4 2020 12:00
Olivia* was just 10 years old when she came to live with her foster parent, Jackie. Today, Olivia reflects on her emotional journey living in foster care.
December 6 2019 12:00
Alarna and Jermayne, 26-year-olds want to encourage other young people to start their fostering journey sooner rather than later.
November 18 2019 12:00
Lynette has cared for 34 children in 7 and a half years. Today, she shares her experience as a foster parent.
November 8 2019 12:00
Lindsey and Scott had always dreamed of becoming foster parents. However, it wasn't until the sad passing of Lindsey's mother that the couple decided to take their first step.
October 31 2019 12:00
After some turbulent teenage years, Alison turned her life around and now uses her experience to help vulnerable young people as a foster parent.
October 11 2019 12:00
Zacc was first placed in foster care with Ruth and Suso over 15 years ago, when he was only four and a half years old, and has gone on to achieve some extraordinary things.
September 2 2019 12:00
Jim and Jeanette have always wanted children of their own. Fostering gave them so much more than what they expected; it changed their lives forever.
August 19 2019 12:00
Alan and Annemarie decided to embark on a journey into fostering after having been surrounded by children their whole lives
May 17 2019 12:00
Nat was inspired to start her fostering journey after working with children in a special needs school and seeing the extraordinary work of foster carers.
May 3 2019 12:00
Teresa shares how her challenging teenage years have helped her to relate to the children she’s cared for.
April 5 2019 12:00
Fiona and her husband Jonathon share how they’ve been able to give children they’ve cared for, a better start in life.
October 9 2018 12:00
After fostering for just over a year, Chantelle and her partner Sophie already feel settled into their new role as foster carers.
June 20 2018 12:00
Same-sex couple, James and Simon, share their experience becoming foster parents and the support they've received from Orange Grove.
May 16 2018 12:00
Suso shares how he’s fostered over 40 children in 20 years, despite losing his wife nearly 10 years ago.
May 15 2018 12:00
Kenya shares what’s it’s like being part of a family who fosters and having four more brothers and sisters.
May 14 2018 12:00
Brigitte shares the positive influence fostering a group of four siblings has had on her own children and the great bond they share.
Dawn started her fostering career over 26 years ago, after many years babysitting and childminding.
