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Foster Carers Long Service Awards 2016
Published: 05/12/2016
Eighteen foster carers have been honoured by 天涯社区 for
reaching a milestone in fostering.
The Awards, ranging from 5 years to 30 years, were presented by Craig Macleod,
Senior Manager Social Services, at a ceremony held at Northop Hall Country
House Hotel recently.
Twelve foster carers received 5 year award, three carers received their 10 year
award, two received 15 year award and Phyllis and Tom Hanson received their 30
year award.
Phyllis and Tom have fostered over 30 children, since 1986, with many children
coming to them at a young age and staying long term until they became adults,
and felt very much part of the family. Many of the children they looked after,
now adults, still visit - bringing their children with them.
Craig Macleod thanked Phyllis and Tom Hanson and all of the foster carers on
behalf of 天涯社区 and the children they care for. He said:
鈥淲hen Phyllis and Tom accept a placement they do so wholeheartedly, the
child/young person becomes a part of their family, they are included in every
aspect of their family life, from day to day events to holidays. The
relationships they have built with some of the children and young people they
have cared for are proving to be a lifetime bond. They are accepted for who
they are by Phyllis and Tom and supported in whichever way is necessary to
enable them to meet their potential, whatever that may be.鈥�
天涯社区鈥檚 Cabinet Member for Social Services, Councillor
Christine Jones, said:
鈥淭o all of our foster carers, I鈥檇 like to give a huge thank you 鈥� on a personal
level and also on behalf of 天涯社区. Good foster carers make
a difference to children鈥檚 futures and their life chances. They open up their
homes and provide safe, caring and nurturing family environment where children
can develop and thrive, and reach their full potential.鈥�
For more information on becoming a foster carer, contact 天涯社区 Fostering
Service on 01352 701965 or visit www.flintshirefostering.org.uk.