In this Journey of Hearts story, foster carer Erin shares more about her experience with Origins Foster Care’s thoughtful matching process, a unique approach designed to create strong foundations for both children in care and the families welcoming them. By placing significant emphasis on finding the right match, Origins aims to provide a stable, nurturing environment where children in care and foster families can thrive together.
Origins Foster Care takes a comprehensive, detailed approach to matching foster carers with children, ensuring that each placement is beneficial for everyone involved.
Origins’ approach to matching might be different from other agencies [in that] it’s a very, very detailed and intrinsic look at your time and what you can realistically manage.
Erin describes the process as “a very, very detailed and intrinsic look at your time and what you can realistically manage.” Unlike past practices, where children might be placed with families with little consideration for dynamics, Origins carefully assesses each situation.
This tailored approach includes considering the needs of any existing foster children in the home, family routines, and even factors like age and personality differences. By thoughtfully considering all of these foundational elements, Origins ensures placements that support positive relationships and better outcomes, fostering a sense of stability and belonging for children.
For many foster carers today, inspiration to foster comes from personal connections – a parent, relative, or family friend who fostered. This familiarity often offers a glimpse into the lasting relationships and fulfilling experiences that foster care can bring.
But if you’re new to fostering, you’re not alone. Origins’ Journey of Hearts series is filled with stories from real foster carers, like Erin, who share how fostering has impacted their lives and the lives of the children they care for. These stories provide insight into the joys and rewards of fostering, helping potential carers envision the positive impact they can make.
At Origins, we believe that fostering is a journey that should never be taken alone. We provide foster carers with comprehensive support from the start of their journey and throughout their fostering experience. This includes everything from initial training and resources to 24/7 support, ensuring that carers feel confident and equipped. Our team is here to help you every step of the way, making sure you have everything you need to create a safe, loving environment for children.
With Origins’ careful matching process, extensive support, and inspiring resources, fostering becomes more than just a commitment – it becomes an opportunity to create a lasting impact. Whether inspired by family connections or newfound curiosity, you’ll find that Origins is here to guide you toward building strong foundations with the children in your care.
Ready to explore how fostering could change lives, including your own? Contact us today or apply online to take the first step in building a foundation of care, stability, and support for a child in need.
Reach out for any questions and enquiries. A member of our fostering team will get back to you as soon as possible.
