Be inspired by our foster carers

Be inspired by our foster carers

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  James and Stephen's story

  We were uncertain about how being in a same-sex relationship would affect us becoming foster carers, however, the system doesn’t discriminate. Stockport Council were so supportive.
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  Nikki and Geoff's story

  Our transfer from the agency to Stockport Council was smooth, uncomplicated and we were shown respect by the professionals who worked alongside us.
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  Pat’s story

  My foster daughter is an amazing mum and I’m so proud to have been involved in helping her become the incredible mum I knew she could be.
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  Les and Debbie’s story

  Though we were worried about giving up both of our steady incomes, for us fostering has worked amazingly.
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  Graham and Linda's story

  We can’t ignore the important influence that male role models have on our looked after children - we’d love to see more male foster carers.
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  Jason and Nikki's story

  It was a complete career change for me, but I’ve never looked back; I don’t always think of what we do as a job.
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  Louise's story

  Together, we have built a strong family unit. Carers and children see Mockingbird as they would visiting a good family friend for advice, help or just a brew and friendly face.
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  Steph and Mel's story

  The kids coming to our house feel like it’s a real treat and look forward to having that bit of head space.
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  Bob and Sue's story

  We fostered a brother and sister aged 6 and 4 who were part of a sibling group; seeing them keep their family links is rewarding especially when they return home to live together.
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  Gill and Mike's story

  Being able to take in a mother and child is a particularly challenging role for a foster carer but one that brings huge rewards.
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  Mark's story

  Working with families that are experiencing problems, I see how some of our teenagers live. Someone has to fight for these kids to make sure they get a good chance in life.
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  Clive and Lisa's story

  I thought that as we went through the process we’d find reasons why it wasn’t for us, but the opposite happened. The more we learnt, the more it seemed that we really could foster.
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  Jill's story

  As a single carer, my aim is to give the child some kind of stability, routine and love.
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  Marina's story

  As a Short Breaks foster carer, being able to spend quality time with a young person and becoming another adult they can confide in and trust is a privilege.
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  Peter and Vivian's story

  Peter started fostering when he was in the police. It's not always a smooth road but that’s life. Listening, encouragement and praise are tools we use and they help reap rewards.