Introduction to Foster Care & Therapeutic Fostering Workshops
Thinking About Fostering? You’re in the Right Place!
If you’ve been considering fostering but aren’t sure where to begin, our free online workshops are designed to help you explore fostering in a relaxed, supportive environment.
Whether you’re completely new to the idea or would like to understand more about our therapeutic approach, these sessions provide an opportunity to learn, ask questions and hear directly from our experienced team.
Simply join us online, find out more, and decide whether fostering could be right for you and your family.
Our Workshops
Introduction to Foster Care Workshop
Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is for anyone who would like to learn more about becoming a foster carer.
You may have been thinking about fostering for some time, or perhaps you’ve only recently started exploring the idea. Wherever you are in your journey, this session offers a welcoming and informative introduction to fostering with Lorimer.
Led by
Leanne, Registered Manager
Format
- Online via Microsoft Teams at 6:00pm for approximately 1 hour
What to Expect
During the session we’ll cover:
- What fostering involves
- What fostering with Lorimer Fostering looks like
- The fostering assessment and approval process
- Timescales and next steps
- The training and support available
- Common questions about eligibility
- An open Q&A session with our team
Many attendees come with questions about their age, housing, employment, family circumstances or previous experience. This is the perfect opportunity to ask those questions in a friendly and informal setting.
Our Promise
- There are no right or wrong questions
- Nobody is expected to make a commitment
- There is no obligation to proceed with an application after attending
Therapeutic Fostering Workshop
Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is ideal for:
- People considering fostering who would like to understand our therapeutic approach
- Applicants currently progressing through assessment
- Anyone interested in learning how trauma can affect children’s behaviour and development
Led by
Ceri, Fostering Business Support and Gareth, Supervising Social Worker
Format
- Online via Microsoft Teams at 6:00pm for approximately 70 minutes
What to Expect
This interactive workshop explores:
- Developmental trauma and the growing brain
- Why children may continue to show signs of distress even when they are safe
- The principles of therapeutic parenting
- The PACE approach:
- Playfulness
- Acceptance
- Curiosity
- Empathy
- How therapeutic parenting differs from traditional parenting approaches
- Real-life examples and discussion opportunities
Why Attend?
Understanding the reasons behind a child’s behaviour can transform the way adults respond and build relationships.
This session helps prospective carers understand the therapeutic model at the heart of Lorimer’s fostering approach and the support available to carers caring for children who have experienced trauma.
Our Promise
You are not being assessed during this workshop.
The session is designed to educate, inform and answer questions in a supportive environment.
Upcoming Workshop Dates
Introduction to Foster Care Workshop
- Thursday 3 September 2026
- 6:00pm
- Online via Microsoft Teams
Therapeutic Fostering Workshop
- Monday 14 September 2026
- 6:00pm
- Online via Microsoft Teams
Register for a Workshop
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any experience to attend?
No. These workshops are designed for people who are simply interested in learning more about fostering.
Do I have to have made a formal enquiry?
No. Anyone interested in fostering is welcome to register.
Am I committing to becoming a foster carer?
Absolutely not. These sessions are purely informational and there is no obligation to continue with an application after attending.