Finding people in similar situations nearby and the services you need is a challenge for families like mine It was 10 June 2015. The sun was shining, the birds were singing, and Maisie, our cherished baby, was making her way into the world. At 7.14pm, Maisie made her appearance. A mop of thick black hair, […]
Care leavers are vulnerable to exploitation and destitution. They deserve protection after the threat of the virus has receded My daughter has just left home. Well, she has, and she hasn’t: despite the mountain of stuff she took with her to university, her room is still full. And despite her much-anticipated independence, she still phones […]
Families with vulnerable sons and daughters have been left adrift during the pandemic. We fear what will come next Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage My younger son, Thomas, turned 40 in June. But the big party to which his many aunts, uncles and cousins had been invited had to be cancelled. […]
A lot of people get excited when the fall season arrives. It is their chance for them to wear their favorite clothes. The crisp and cool autumn air provides people with a lot of fashion options. Unfortunately, once fall is over, the winter season arrives. Multiple layers become necessary when this happens. People immediately start […]
The adoption support fund is a lifeline for parents like us. At a time of political turmoil, it must not be overlooked It was the question that brought serious, life-altering consequences for our family. The social worker sipping coffee in our lounge leaned forward and casually asked us whether we could consider adopting this little […]