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Ascent 2021 Round Up

Ascent 2021 Round Up

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What is GDD and how common is it?

What is GDD and how common is it?

GDD (Global Development Delay) is a slower progression of development, usually affecting two or more of the cognitive, social, physical and speech milestones that a child reaches. Our team manager, Zoya recently held a training session with our foster carers to give...
The Importance of Foster Carer Support

The Importance of Foster Carer Support

Without foster carers we wouldn’t be able to do what we do. They are the backbone to our agency and allow us to provide loving, supportive environments for young people to thrive. Being a foster carer is a full-time, 24/7 job. Foster carers don’t have the luxury of...
Dealing with past trauma

Dealing with past trauma

A large majority of children who come into foster care have experienced trauma. Being a foster carer for children who have experienced early life trauma – such as emotional and physical violence – can be challenging, complex and confusing. For children, experiencing...
New chapters

New chapters

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