Origins Foster Care Service

02/11/2026

🍂 Welcome to November! 🍂

This month's calendar page features a wonderful pencil drawing by one of the young people in our care. 🐶✏️ The detail and patience that went into it is something special, and we think it's paired perfectly with this month's quote:

"Art has the role in education of helping children become like themselves instead of more like everyone else."

That's exactly what this calendar is about. 🎨

And behind the scenes, the creativity is already flowing again! Our children are busy preparing their artwork for next year's calendar. This project means so much to them and us. It's a chance to share their talents, see their work celebrated, and know that their art will hang in homes and offices all year round. 💛

We can't wait to share what they create. Watch this space!

31/10/2026

🎃 Happy Halloween from all of us! 🎃

Tonight’s all about costumes, sweets and a bit of fun. But the best treat of all? Knowing there is a safe, warm home to come back to when the trick-or-treating is done. 🧡

To all our amazing foster carers creating those moments for children and young people this evening: thank you. You make the magic happen every day of the year.

Thinking about fostering? No tricks, just a chance to make a real difference. Get in touch to find out more 👻

28/10/2026

💛 What does fostering really give you?

Our carers tell us it is the small moments, the first time a child laughs freely at the dinner table, a proud school report, a “goodnight” that finally comes easily.

Fostering means:
✨ Giving a child safety, stability and someone in their corner
✨ Seeing growth in confidence and happiness
✨ Being part of a supportive community of carers
✨ Ongoing training, 24/7 support and a fostering allowance
✨ Knowing you are making a lasting difference to a young life

Could you open your home to a child who needs it? Find out more: 087 0529749

26/10/2026

🎃 One extra day = one more chance to make memories 🎃

Leaf-kicking in the park, spooky stories under a blanket or why not try baking something messy in the kitchen. Sometimes the simplest moments mean the most to a child.

For a child in foster care, these everyday memories can be the ones they carry with them for years. 🍁

Have you ever thought about fostering? Every child deserves a family to share the seasons with. Get in touch to find out more 💛 087 0529749 for an informal chat

24/10/2026

🍂 Happy October Bank Holiday weekend! 🍂

An extra day off means more time for the little things that matter: muddy welly walks, hot chocolate by the fire, carving pumpkins and lazy pyjama mornings.

To all our amazing foster families, we hope you enjoy every moment together this weekend. You give children so much more than a home. You give them a place to feel safe, loved and part of something. 🧡

How are you spending the long weekend? Share your plans below! 👇

21/10/2026

🍂 October is made for memory-making 🍂

Crunchy leaves underfoot, conker hunts, picking the perfect pumpkin and carving a slightly wonky face into it. 🎃

These little seasonal traditions help children feel settled, safe and part of a family. For a child in foster care, they can be the start of something really special: the feeling of belonging. It is a great opportunity to build connections and share special memories.

To all our foster carers creating those moments every day, thank you. 🧡

What is your family’s favourite autumn tradition? Tell us in the comments! 👇

17/10/2026

Ever wondered if fostering could be right for you?

Join us for a free, relaxed information session on Monday evening next 19th Oct at 7pm online. You will hear from our team and from Alison one of our foster carers, find out what support and training is available, and get honest answers to your questions.

You can foster whether you are single, married, renting or own your home, working or retired. What matters most is having the time, space and heart to support a young person, an openness to learning and accepting of difference.

☕ Make your tea or coffee and relax in the comfort of your own home.

📅 Book your place: [email protected]

15/10/2026

💛 What does fostering really give you?

Our carers tell us it is the small moments: the first time a child laughs freely at the dinner table, a proud school report, a “goodnight” that finally comes easily.

Fostering means:
✨ Giving a child safety, stability and someone in their corner
✨ Seeing real growth in confidence and happiness
✨ Being part of a supportive community of carers
✨ Ongoing training, 24/7 support and a fostering allowance
✨ Knowing you have made a lasting difference to a young life

Could you open your home to a child who needs it?

12/10/2026

Origins Foster Care invites you to a special info session for those interested in becoming foster carers on Oct 14th.

Origins Foster Care invites you to a special info session for those interested in becoming foster carers on Oct 14th

11/10/2026

You do not need a big house, you need an additional room. You do not need to be married, or a parent already, or have it all figured out. The foster carers we know are single, couples, renting, retired, in their 30s and in their 60s. What they share is not a lifestyle, it is an open heart and a willingness to show up. Could you show up for a child in need of support?