Joanne, Oliver and Max: The life of a fostering family

24/09/2025 10 min Temporada 4 Episodio 16
Joanne, Oliver and Max: The life of a fostering family

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Send us a textWelcome to another heartfelt episode of Voices of Fostering! In this episode, host Helen sits down with Joanne and her sons, Max (16) and Oliver (12), to share their inspiring journey as a fostering family.Discover what it’s really like to open your home to foster children—from the initial decision and assessment process, to welcoming their first placements, and the everyday joys and challenges of family life with five children. Hear directly from Max and Oliver about their honest feelings, how fostering has changed their perspectives, and the special memories they’ve created with their foster siblings.Whether you’re considering fostering, already on the journey, or simply curious about the impact it has on families, this episode offers valuable insights, advice, and encouragement. Joanne and her boys discuss the importance of communication, the power of empathy, and why fostering has become their “forever job.”If you would like to find out more about fostering please visit our website here.If you have any questions that you would like to be answered on our next episode email [email protected] can also follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Linkedin and YouTube