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SUMMARY:Therapeutic fostering
DESCRIPTION:Therapeutic Foster Carer Recruitment \nWe are hosting a Therapeutic Foster Carer Recruitment event on Monday 29 September from 10am-1pm\,\nat the Council Chamber\, Civic Offices\, Reading RG1 2LU. \nThe event is aimed at recruiting carers for a small group of ten children. The children’s social workers will be present to provide information and answer any questions about the children and the support available.  \nIf you would like to attend\, please contact Luciana on Luciana.rodrigues@brighterfuturesforchildren.org  to book your place. \nTo find out more about becoming a therapeutic foster carer\, visit our page Therapeutic Foster Carer\, with information about the role\, the salary and how to apply.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/therapeutic-fostering/
LOCATION:Civic Offices\, Civic Offices\, Bridge Street\, Reading\, RG1 2LU\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading\, plus so much more. \nThese online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so please register your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org and we’ll send the joining link. \nOR\, you can join on the day here: September fostering information session link. \nOne of our foster carers will be joining too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are so inspiring and often very moving. \nGrab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can also register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form. \nOr call 0300 131 2797\n\nWe can help answer your questions on our FAQs page.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-26/
LOCATION:Teams
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SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading\, plus so much more. \nThese online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so please register your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org and we’ll send the joining link. OR\, you can join on the day here: August fostering information session link. \nOne of our foster carers will be joining too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are so inspiring and often very moving. \nGrab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can also register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form. \nOr call 0300 131 2797\n\nWe can help answer your questions on our FAQs page.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-25/
LOCATION:Teams
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SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading\, plus so much more. \nThese online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so please register your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org and we’ll send the joining link. OR\, you can join on the day here: July fostering information session link. \nOne of our foster carers will be joining too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are so inspiring and often very moving. \nGrab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can also register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form. \nOr call 0300 131 2797\n\nWe can help answer your questions on our FAQs page.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-24/
LOCATION:Teams
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UID:2461-1750244400-1750257000@www.readingfostering.co.uk
SUMMARY:Rooted in Reading tree - Awareness-raising event
DESCRIPTION:Help our tree bloom with love\nCome and show our fostering team your support today! \nThey’ll be at the Rooted in Reading tree outside Reading Town Hall between 11am-2.30pm with a guest appearance from Reading Mayor\, Cllr Alice Mpofu-Coles. \nKeep children and young people in care local to their home town and communities\nOur fostering recruitment team works so hard to encourage more local people to foster Reading children and young people so they can stay in their hometown when going into care. Too many of them have to be sent far away if there’s no one local to offer them a home. \nSo\, you’re invited to come along and share your messages of love and support for the children\, young people and the carers who welcome them into their homes to provide the support\, love\, care and warmth they need at the hardest times. Each message will be like a blossom\, representing each child and young person blooming into their future thanks to the love and care of our community. If you’d like to chat about fostering with us\, please fill in our enquiry form and we’ll get in touch. \nOtherwise\, see you at the tree today! \nYou can also register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form.\nOr call 0300 131 2797
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/rooted-in-reading-tree-awareness-raising-event/
LOCATION:Town Hall Square\, Blagrave Street\, Reading\, RG1 1QH
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SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading\, plus so much more. \nThese online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so please register your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org and we’ll send the joining link. OR\, you can join on the day here: June fostering information session link. \nOne of our foster carers will be joining too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are so inspiring and often very moving. \nGrab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can also register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form. \nOr call 0300 131 2797\n\nWe can help answer your questions on our FAQs page.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-23/
LOCATION:Teams
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/FB-fostering-info-session-June-25.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250519T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250519T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T153211Z
UID:2388-1747652400-1747656000@www.readingfostering.co.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:Foster in Reading with us\nDuring this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading\, plus so much more. \nThese online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so please register your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org and we’ll send the joining link. OR\, you can just join at the time via this meeting link. \nOne of our foster carers will be joining too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are so inspiring and often very moving. \nGrab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can also register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form. \nOr call 0300 131 2797\n\nWe can help answer your questions on our FAQs page.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading/
LOCATION:Teams
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UID:2386-1747324800-1747328400@www.readingfostering.co.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading\, plus so much more. \nThese online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so please register your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org and we’ll send the joining link. OR\, you can just join at the time via this meeting link. \nOne of our foster carers will be joining too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are so inspiring and often very moving. \nGrab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can also register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form. \nOr call 0300 131 2797\n\nWe can help answer your questions on our FAQs page.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-22/
LOCATION:Teams
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SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading\, plus so much more. \nThese online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so please register your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org and we’ll send the joining link. \nAlternatively\, you can save the link or come back to this page\, to join at 12.30pm on the day: April fostering information session link. \nOne of our foster carers will be joining too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are so inspiring and often very moving. \nGrab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can also register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form. \nOr call 0300 131 2797\n\nWe can help answer your questions on our FAQs page.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-21/
LOCATION:Teams
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Fostering-Info-session-14-April-2025.jpg
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SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading\, plus so much more. \nThese online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so please register your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org and we’ll send the joining link. OR\, you can join on the day using this March fostering information session link. \nOne of our foster carers will be joining too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are so inspiring and often very moving. \nGrab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can also register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form. \nOr call 0300 131 2797\n\nWe can help answer your questions on our FAQs page.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-20/
LOCATION:Teams
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250218T173000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading\, plus so much more. \nThese online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so please register your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org and we’ll send the joining link. \nOne of our foster carers will be joining too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are so inspiring and often very moving. \nGrab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can also register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form. \nOr call 0300 131 2797\n\nWe can help answer your questions on our FAQs page.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-19/
LOCATION:Teams
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Foster-info-session-18-Feb-2025.jpg
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250114T183000
DTSTAMP:20261002T045503
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SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading\, plus so much more. \nThese online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so please register your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org and we’ll send the joining link. \nOne of our foster carers will be joining too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are so inspiring and often very moving. \nGrab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can also register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form. \nOr call 0300 131 2797\n\nWe can help answer your questions on our FAQs page.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-18/
LOCATION:Teams
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241209T170000
DTSTAMP:20261002T045503
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SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading\, plus so much more. \nThese online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so please register your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org and we’ll send the joining link. \nOne of our foster carers will be joining too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are so inspiring and often very moving. \nGrab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can also register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form. \nOr call 0300 131 2797\n\nIf you have lots of questions in your head\, check our FAQs for answers.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-16/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Fostering-info-session-December-2024.jpg
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241123T140000
DTSTAMP:20261002T045503
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SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading.  \nThese online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so register your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org and we’ll send the joining link. \n\n\n\n\n\nOne of our foster carers will be on the call too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are so inspiring and often very moving. \nSo\, grab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can also register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form. \nOr call 0300 131 2797\n\nIf you have lots of questions in your head\, check our FAQs for answers.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-17/
LOCATION:Teams
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/November-23-2024-fostering-info-session.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241114T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241114T133000
DTSTAMP:20261002T045503
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SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading.  \nThese online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so register your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org and we’ll send the joining link. \n\n\n\n\n\nOne of our foster carers will be on the call too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are so inspiring and often very moving. \nSo\, grab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can also register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form. \nOr call 0300 131 2797\n\nIf you have lots of questions in your head\, check our FAQs for answers.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241109T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241109T140000
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SUMMARY:Meet our fostering team at John Lewis\, Reading
DESCRIPTION:Our team will be at John Lewis Reading on Thursday 8 and Friday 9 November from 10am-2pm. \nThey’ll be upstairs by The place to Eat\, so drop by for a chat in between the home furnishings\, decor and coffee. Whether you’re ready to foster or just curious to know more\, find out all about fostering in Reading with us. \nCould you turn your spare room into a safe\, homely place for a child or young person? \nWhile you’re here\, you can always submit an enquiry and one of our team will get in touch for an informal chat. \nClick here to enquire about fostering\nOR call us on 0300 131 2797\nWe’re part of the Local Authority Fostering South East.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/meet-our-fostering-team-at-john-lewis-reading/
LOCATION:John Lewis & Partners\, Broad St\, Reading RG1 2BB
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UID:2344-1731060000-1731074400@www.readingfostering.co.uk
SUMMARY:Meet our fostering team at John Lewis\, Reading
DESCRIPTION:Our team will be at John Lewis Reading on Thursday 8 and Friday 9 November from 10am-2pm. \nThey’ll be upstairs by The place to Eat\, so drop by for a chat in between the home furnishings\, decor and coffee. Whether you’re ready to foster or just curious to know more\, find out all about fostering in Reading with us. \nCould you turn your spare room into a safe\, homely place for a child or young person? \nWhile you’re here\, you can always submit an enquiry and one of our team will get in touch for an informal chat. \nClick here to enquire about fostering\nOR call us on 0300 131 2797\nWe’re part of the Local Authority Fostering South East.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/2344/
LOCATION:John Lewis & Partners\, Broad St\, Reading RG1 2BB
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241021T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241021T190000
DTSTAMP:20261002T045503
CREATED:20240802T100726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T080141Z
UID:2266-1729533600-1729537200@www.readingfostering.co.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading\, plus so much more. These online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so register your interest below and we’ll send details of how to join.\n\n\n\n\nOne of our foster carers will be joining too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are inspiring and moving. \nGrab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nRegister your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can always register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form. \nOr call 0300 131 2797\n\nIf you’re unsure and have lots of questions\, check our FAQs for answers.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241019T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241019T123000
DTSTAMP:20261002T045503
CREATED:20241017T090817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T090817Z
UID:2325-1729333800-1729341000@www.readingfostering.co.uk
SUMMARY:Pre-match pop-up at Reading FC
DESCRIPTION:Come on you Royals!\nOur fostering team will be cheering on Reading FC when they play Crawley Town on Saturday 19 October at Select Car Leasing Stadium (Madjeski). Grab a burger and stop by for a chat to find out about fostering with us in Reading. \nEven if you’re not planning to foster\, you can help us spread the word so we can find more local foster carers in Reading to keep children and young people in care close to their homes\, friends\, school and communities. \nTo find out more about fostering\, please fill in our enquiry form and one of our team will be in touch. No obligation\, we’re happy to talk you through the process to help you decide if you’d like to explore further. \nGet in touch using our enquiry form. \nOr call 0300 131 2797\nDid you know\, children aged 13 and under can watch Reading Football for just £1?\nThey need to part of a school or group which has signed up to the Schools and Grassroots scheme. Find out more here: \nSchools and Grassroots Fixtures
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/pre-match-pop-up-at-reading-fc-3/
LOCATION:Select Car Leasing Stadium (Madejski)\, Junction 11\, M4\, Reading\, RG2 0FL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241014T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241014T141500
DTSTAMP:20261002T045503
CREATED:20240930T135429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T140945Z
UID:2305-1728912600-1728915300@www.readingfostering.co.uk
SUMMARY:Online fostering information session for Thames Water staff
DESCRIPTION:Huge thanks to Thames Water for inviting us to talk about fostering to its entire staff network this month! We’ll be asking attendees to help us spread the word about fostering in Reading\, to help us find more local carers so children and young people can remain in their hometown if they need to go into care. \nYou never know\, one or two may even begin their own journey towards becoming a foster carer. It’s small acts like this that can make a huge difference. Could your employer ask us to speak to your colleagues? \n  \nIf you’re interested in learning more about becoming a foster carer and what’s involved\, get in touch!\nEnquire here or call us on 0300 131 2797.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/online-fostering-information-session-for-thames-water-staff/
LOCATION:Teams
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240916T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240916T183000
DTSTAMP:20261002T045503
CREATED:20240603T153528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T100112Z
UID:2101-1726507800-1726511400@www.readingfostering.co.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading\, plus so much more. These online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so register your interest below and we’ll send details of how to join.\n\n\n\n\nOne of our foster carers will be joining too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are inspiring and moving. \nGrab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nRegister your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can always register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form. \nOr call 0300 131 2797\n\nIf you’re unsure and have lots of questions\, check our FAQs for answers.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-13/
LOCATION:Teams
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Fostering-Info-session-17-September-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240830T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240830T143000
DTSTAMP:20261002T045503
CREATED:20240829T100757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T100757Z
UID:2287-1725015600-1725028200@www.readingfostering.co.uk
SUMMARY:Spilling the beans at IKEA
DESCRIPTION:Our team will be at Reading Ikea on Friday 30 August from 11am-2.30pm fostering conversations about fostering! \nDrop by for a chat in between home furnishings and meatballs. Whether you’re ready to foster or just curious to know more\, find out all about fostering in Reading with us. You may think you’re not able to foster for various reasons\, so our team will be on hand to debunk the myths and share everything they know about fostering. \nFill your spare room with Ikea furniture ready for a child or young person who needs a safe home. \nWhile you’re here\, you can always submit an enquiry and one of our team will get in touch for an informal chat. \nClick here to enquire about fostering\n  \nWe’re part of the Local Authority Fostering South East.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/spilling-the-beans-at-ikea/
LOCATION:IKEA Reading\, Pincents Kiln Industrial Park\, Theale\, Reading RG31 7SD\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240814T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240814T133000
DTSTAMP:20261002T045503
CREATED:20240603T153130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T100355Z
UID:2099-1723638600-1723642200@www.readingfostering.co.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading\, plus so much more. These online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so register your interest below and we’ll send details of how to join.\n\n\n\n\nOne of our foster carers will be joining too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are inspiring and moving. \nGrab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nRegister your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can always register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form.\nOr call 0300 131 2797\n\nIf you’re unsure and have lots of questions\, check our FAQs for answers.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-12/
LOCATION:Teams
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Fostering-Info-session-14-August-2024.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240718T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240718T110000
DTSTAMP:20261002T045503
CREATED:20240603T151545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T151545Z
UID:2096-1721296800-1721300400@www.readingfostering.co.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading\, plus so much more. These online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so register your interest below and we’ll send details of how to join.\n\n\n\n\nOne of our foster carers will be joining too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are inspiring and moving. \nGrab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nRegister your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can always register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form.\n\nIf you’re unsure and have lots of questions\, check our FAQs for answers.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-11/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Fostering-Info-session-18-July-2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240705T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240705T143000
DTSTAMP:20261002T045503
CREATED:20240701T131055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T131055Z
UID:2149-1720177200-1720189800@www.readingfostering.co.uk
SUMMARY:Meet our fostering team at Boots\, The Oracle
DESCRIPTION:Our fostering team will be on the first floor outside Boots at The Oracle in Reading\, on Friday 5 July between 11am-2.30pm. \nStop to say hello and have a chat – they’re a friendly bunch and super knowledgable about everything to do with fostering\, so whether you’re ready to foster or just curious to know more\, come and find out about fostering in Reading with us. \nOne of our foster carers will be there too\, so you can chat to them directly about their experience of becoming a foster carer. \nIf you can’t make it in person\, you can always submit an enquiry and one of our team will get in touch for an informal chat. \nIt’s easy to enquire – just click here!
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/meet-our-fostering-team-at-boots-the-oracle/
LOCATION:Oracle Shopping Centre\, Riverside\, Reading\, RG1 2AG
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Fostering-team-at-Boots-5-July-2024.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240610T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240610T183000
DTSTAMP:20261002T045503
CREATED:20240515T083238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T083238Z
UID:2084-1718040600-1718044200@www.readingfostering.co.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading\, plus so much more. These online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so register your interest below and we’ll send details of how to join.\n\n\n\n\nOne of our foster carers will be joining too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are inspiring and moving. \nGrab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nRegister your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can always register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form.\n\nIf you’re unsure and have lots of questions\, check our FAQs for answers.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-10/
LOCATION:Teams
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Fostering-Info-session-10-June-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240524T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240524T153000
DTSTAMP:20261002T045503
CREATED:20240515T122847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T122847Z
UID:2086-1716544800-1716564600@www.readingfostering.co.uk
SUMMARY:Pop-up at John Lewis & Partners
DESCRIPTION:Our fostering team will be the historic John Lewis & Partners store in Reading\, on Friday 24 May\, between 10am-3.30pm. \nThe store is located in a building of local significance\, having previously been owned and run by a Reading family and still to this day referred to by Reading residents as Heelas. \nSo have a break in your working day and pop in to a nice environment for an interesting chat in an interesting building. Our team is super knowledgable about everything to do with fostering\, so whether you’re ready to foster or just intrigued to know more\, you can find out about fostering in Reading with us. \nOne of our foster carers will be there too so you can chat to them directly about their experience of being a foster carer. \nIf you can’t make it to see us\, you can always register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form. and one of our team will get in touch for an informal chat.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/pop-up-at-john-lewis-partners/
LOCATION:John Lewis & Partners\, Broad St\, Reading RG1 2BB
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/24-May-John-Lewis.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240518T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240518T143000
DTSTAMP:20261002T045503
CREATED:20240515T082644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T082830Z
UID:2082-1716030000-1716042600@www.readingfostering.co.uk
SUMMARY:Reading Ikea
DESCRIPTION:Our fostering team will be at Reading Ikea on Saturday 18 May between 11am-2.30pm. \nDrop by for a chat in between buying your home furnishings and snacking on meatballs. Whether you’re ready to foster or just curious to know more\, find out all about fostering in Reading with us. You may think you’re not able to foster for various reasons\, so our team will be on hand to debunk the myths and share everything they know about fostering. \nFill your spare room with Ikea furniture ready for a child or young person who needs a safe home. \nWhile you’re here\, you can always submit an enquiry and one of our team will get in touch for an informal chat. \nClick here to enquire about fostering
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/reading-ikea/
LOCATION:IKEA Reading\, Pincents Kiln Industrial Park\, Theale\, Reading RG31 7SD\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/FB-Ikea-2-May-2024.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240515T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240515T113000
DTSTAMP:20261002T045503
CREATED:20240209T173038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T165944Z
UID:2023-1715769000-1715772600@www.readingfostering.co.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to fostering in Reading (online)
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour session\, you’ll learn about the role of a foster carer and the different types of foster care placements\, the application process\, allowance\, training and support available to our foster carers here in Reading\, plus so much more. These online sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams\, so register your interest below and we’ll send details of how to join.\n\n\n\n\nOne of our foster carers will be joining too so you can ask them directly about their experiences – their stories are inspiring and moving. \nGrab a cuppa and come and learn about inviting a Reading child or young person into your family. \nRegister your interest by emailing us at foster@brighterfuturesforchildren.org. \nIf you’re unable to attend this one\, we have sessions every month at varying times to suit everybody\, so check other sessions coming up. \nYou can always register your interest in fostering with us via our enquiry form.\n\nIf you’re unsure and have lots of questions\, check our FAQs for answers.
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/introduction-to-fostering-in-reading-online-9/
LOCATION:Teams
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Fostering-Info-session-15-May-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240513T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240526T170000
DTSTAMP:20261002T045503
CREATED:20240503T085225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T100849Z
UID:2071-1715587200-1716742800@www.readingfostering.co.uk
SUMMARY:Foster Care Fortnight 2024
DESCRIPTION:We’re looking forward to joining The Fostering Network’s annual national campaign\, raising awareness about fostering and celebrating our foster carers alongside local authorities and fostering agencies across the UK. \nRunning from Monday 13 May – Sunday 26 May 2024\, the theme this year is #FosteringMoments. \nDuring Foster Care Fortnight 2024 we’ll be showcasing the moments that define fostering journeys\, big and small. Moments that have changed lives and moments that have created lasting memories. \nPlease help us spread the word about fostering so we can encourage more local families in Reading to start their fostering journey with us\, and help Reading’s most vulnerable children and young people feel safe and able to thrive. \nHow you can help\nAn easy way to help spread the word is to share our social media posts to your networks so people know where to come to make that all important first step. You never know\, it might be you who changes a life! \n\nIf you’d like to find out more about fostering and become a foster carer yourself\, get in touch with us. Our friendly fostering team are at the other end of the line on 0118 469 3020. You can also enquire and you’ll get a call back.\nIf you’re not able to foster yourself but would like to help\, you can help us spread the word.\n\nFollow us on Facebook\, Twitter and LinkedIn and share our posts\nTell someone if you think they’d be a great foster carer! This can be a family member\, friend or colleague.\nInvite someone to one of our information events.\n\n\n\nFollow us on X\, Facebook and Linked In and please share our Foster Care Fortnight messages!
URL:https://www.readingfostering.co.uk/event/foster-care-fortnight-2024/
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