Recruiting Independent Panel MembersThe fostering panel provides independent oversight of the recruitment, assessment and review of foster carers and makes reasoned decisions on their suitability to foster.
Live Event in Grangemouth - Care Visions Family TalkMonday 2nd June 2025, 12:30. Protecting Young People from Harmful Online Content at The Grange Manor, Grangemouth.
Joyful January 2025In January 2025 we got the change to come together and celebrate our first 'Joyful January' event. A huge thanks to Carers, Children and Young People that came along and threw themselves into the activities, all with a focus on wellbeing.
Care Visions Long Service Awards 2024We would like to extend a very well deserved congratulations to our members of staff who received their Care Visions Long Service Awards this year in November.
GMAC CashBack x Care Visions Film Club – Part 2At the end of July ’24, GMAC CashBack x Care Visions Film Club had their second instalment of film making, this time at our new Falkirk Office.
Free Online Event - How To Get Your Teenager Out of Their BedroomWe are pleased to highlight the first of the Care Visions Family Talk events - How To Get Your Teenager Out of their Bedroom.
CV In The Park 2024In August '24, for the third year in a row, we were delighted to host our annual fun day with our Foster Carers, Children and Young People at Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park in Stirling.
Care Visions at The CALM Conference 2024The CALM ( Crisis and Aggression Limitation Management ) Conference 2024; A Reflection on the Day by Elaine McIntosh (Senior Manager; Education)
Pop-up Charity Shop 2024 - £1,251 raised for Cash for KidsIt was a great feeling - handing over £1,251 raised for Cash for Kids, West Scotland. Thanks to Michael from West FM coming down for the BIG CHEQUE!
GMAC CashBack x Care Visions Film ClubAt the end of July ’24, GMAC CashBack x Care Visions Film Club had their second instalment of film making, this time at our new Falkirk Office.
Pop-up Charity Shop 2024 - Maybole, AyrshireCare Visions Fostering Scotland are delighted to announce that for the 2nd year in a row we will be taking over a shop in Maybole’s town centre for one week raising money for Cash for Kids.
50 Years of Fostering - Edwina and IanThe 14th February 2024 marks a remarkable milestone for two Foster Carers. Edwina and Ian started their Fostering Journey 50 years ago. We are delighted that they have chosen to Foster with Care Visions for 17 of those invaluable years.
Care Day 2024Care Day is the world’s biggest celebration of people with care experience. The term “Care Experienced refers to anyone who has been or is currently in care. Care Day is celebrated on the 3rd Friday in February each year and started in 2016.
Learning about Language – On The Anniversary of The PromiseAt the start of the year we were delighted to welcome to our office a young person who is part of the Stirling Champions Board to speak to us about language.
Care Visions Long Service Awards 2023We were delighted to meet again to recognise the fantastic efforts and commitment of our team. It was a special day being able to come together to celebrate and honour those who have made a real difference to Children and Young People across Scotland.
Theraplay training with Family FuturesLiz and Karen from the team travelled to London to grow and develop in their Theraplay training with Family Futures
Reflections - How the values of The Promise are helping to shape our practiceAutumn provides a time for reflection about what we have done over the last working year and what we want to ensure is of importance moving into the next one.
Lesley and V – Single Carer and Teenager Forming a Life-Long BondPeople decide to foster for a number of different reasons. Perhaps they have the time and energy to dedicate to a young person to help them thrive and reach their potential, perhaps they have previous experience that they could bring to the role, or perhaps they are motivated by seeing the rewards for a young person in giving them a stable family life.
Lesley and V – Single Carer and Teenager Forming a Life-Long Bond (1)This blog looks at a young person and a single foster carer who came together to forge a very special bond, one which has been mutually beneficial and resulting in a relationship that will last a lifetime.
10 Year Anniversary Awards 2023We were delighted to host our annual 10 Year Anniversary Awards for Foster Carers. It was a brilliant occasion to celebrate fostering and the important role that the cares have played in shaping young lives and letting them thrive in safe, supportive, loving environments.
Jo’s Story - Our Fostering JourneyJo became a Foster Carer with Care Visions in 2014 with her wife Yvonne. As with many foster carers the journey began with lots of soul searching and discussions about what they wanted as parents and as a family. Over time Fostering came to be a major influence in how their family was going to take shape and when they eventually talked with Care Visions their dreams started to become a reality.
LGBT+ History Month 2023LGBT+ History Month 2023 celebrates lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and non-binary history and the related civil rights movements. In the UK, LGBT+ history month is marked in February to coincide with the 2003 abolition of Section 28.
Care Visions Long Service Awards 2022For the first time in two years, we were able to recognise the fantastic efforts and commitment of our team face-to-face. It was a special day being able to come together to celebrate and honour those who have made a real difference to Children and Young People across Scotland.
The importance of working as part of the team around a childIn our different roles within the Foster Care Community, it is vital that we know our responsibilities and work together in order to achieve the best outcomes for children and young people.
Supporting Short Breaks - Supporting Foster Carers and Birth FamiliesThere are many people who aren’t looking right now to foster on a fulltime basis but still want to open their heart and their home to children and young people who need it.
Video - Fiona and Vicki - Celebrating Achievements in FosteringWhat does celebrating achievements look like in fostering? From day-to-day to special moments and memories. Foster Carers, Fiona and Vicki sat down with us and shared why this is important, along with experiences in their own fostering journeys.
CV In The Park 2022In August 2022 we were delighted to share a fantastic event with our Foster Carer Families at Blair Drummond Safari Park for the first time since 2019.
Video - The Fostering Process with Nicola MairSo what exactly happens when you make an enquiry to start your Fostering Journey? From initial calls to assessment, Supervising Social Worker - Nicola Mair covers exactly what you can expect.
Video - The Howie's Story, Our Family's Journey Through FosteringTaylor and Wilma were so kind to give us their time and share experiences in fostering. Sharing moments that helped build their family unit, held together through love, care, and respect for each other.
Talk the talk before they walk the walk - How to support a young person’s growth in their IdentityA short piece to stimulate thinking about how to support a young person’s growth in their Identity.
Fostering Children with DisabilitiesWhat is it like when a child or young person has additional support needs on top of what is already required in fostering? We want to give some help on things to understand when it comes to fostering and caring for children with disabilities.
Carol-Ann & Stephen’s StoryCarol-Ann and Stephen live in the West of Scotland and have two children of their own. They have a passion for caring for young people, Carol-Ann always thought “if I could make any child’s life better, that’s what I wanted to do.” She comes from a legal background but has always carried a desire to make a difference.
Your Guide to Fostering as part of the LGBTQ+ CommunityCare Visions has proudly supported LGBTQ+ foster carers for many years. Find out more in this blog.
Nicola's Fostering JourneyNicola spoke passionately about her own journey and why she does what she does. Touching on some of the rewarding moments Fostering brings.
The Difference Between Short and Long Term FosteringIf you are interested in fostering, it can help to learn the differences between long and short term placements and the benefits of each. Find out more here
Matching in Foster Care ExplainedMatching children and young people in foster care with a secure, welcoming home includes getting to know them and finding out how you can meet their needs.
10 Year Anniversary Awards 2022The 10 Year Anniversary Awards happen each year to honour those who have been fostering with us for a decade. They celebrate the valuable contributions foster carers make to children and young people’s lives. This year we are celebrating long service from 7 Foster Carers from across Scotland.
Steven & Kristin’s StorySteven and Kristin have been fostering for over 13 years. They are passionate about caring for children and young people, Steven is the main Foster Carer and Kristin works as a teacher at a local primary school.
What to Expect as a Foster Carer?Foster Carers are resilient, flexible - and willing to embark on an ongoing journey where you learn something new every day. To start yours, find out more here.
12 Ways to Build Bonds with a Child you FosterConcerns about bonding are commonplace for many Foster Carers. Learn more here about how even a simple conversation can help you connect with your foster child.
Preparing your house for fosteringMake your foster child feel at home with these tips on how to prepare your home for a fostering placement including safety measures and thoughtful gestures.
Thinking about Fostering If You Have Your Own Children? Tips To Help you DecideChange is a part of life. Fostering a child can bring major shifts for everyone including any children you already have. Find out how to navigate them here
The Scottish Attachment In Action Education Report 2022Making Scotland the best place to grow up and learn' is a Scottish Government commitment. This is crucial for all children and young people and especially so for the most vulnerable in our society - those who have experienced loss, neglect, abuse, many of whom are 'care experienced'...
June's Story │ The PromiseJune became the foster carer for a young brother and sister on what was originally a short break emergency placement, 8 months down the line the progress it outstanding.
Holding Hands | Holding Up Messages from The PromiseWe are in the process of a 180 degree turn to making this The Childs story: We want to ensure that every child and young person who has lived as a member of our foster families have their precious memories and those chapters of their journey captured in a child focused way.
8 Tips for First Time Foster CarersAs a Foster Carer, securing your first placement can be an exciting -and sometimes daunting- time. Find out here how to manage the process with minimal stress
Can You Foster As A Single Carer?Fostering can change lives. If you’re a single carer and want to foster, we have all the information you need to help you and your child on your journey.
What’s The Difference Between Fostering And Adopting?Are you thinking of fostering or adopting a child? Learning more about the differences between the two can help you to make an informed choice with confidence
Learning from other countries and cultures | Care VisionsAt a recent Sanctuary event, I was sharing our new practice framework, Roots to Growth, with a group of Sanctuary members, who all live and practice outside the UK. It was a wonderful opportunity to share our development and have them reflect on their own developments and question ours.
Our Commitment to EducationDuring this ever-changing time, we’re committed to ensuring the best educational outcomes for our young people across our Fostering and Residential services.
Over a decade of dedication from Care Visions StaffWith 11 members of staff receiving 10-year awards, and two receiving 15-year awards, it was certainly a day to remember!