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Garreth and Maya - A Daughters Perspective

24d ago 15:06

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In this episode of Voices of Fostering, Garreth and his daughter Maya share their personal experiences and insights from 14 years of being a fostering family. They discuss the challenges and rewards of fostering, including the emotional aspects of letting go of foster children, the benefits of fostering on birth children, and the role of support networks. Garreth also talks about his current role as a carer recruitment officer and how his own experiences aid him in guiding new foster carers.

Maya reflects on her upbringing in a fostering household and how it has shaped her empathy and understanding. This heartwarming conversation reveals the profound impact fostering can have on families and the lasting bonds formed with foster children.

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Chapters

1. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome (00:00:00)

2. Gareth's Fostering Journey (00:00:24)

3. Maya's Experience Growing Up in a Fostering Family (00:01:27)

4. Challenges and Rewards of Fostering (00:02:38)

5. The Role of Birth Children in Fostering (00:05:26)

6. Respite Care and Its Importance (00:10:33)

7. Final Thoughts and Reflections (00:13:06)

8. Conclusion and Farewell (00:14:42)

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