Orchard Fostering

09/01/2026

Your fostering journey starts with a single step. 💛

The approval process usually takes around four months, and you’ll be supported by an Assessing Social Worker from the very beginning.
From your first enquiry to your final approval, every stage is designed to help you feel informed, supported and ready.

If you’d like to explore fostering, we’re here to guide you.

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07/01/2026

A good night’s sleep can make the world of a difference for a young person, especially when they’re settling into a new home.

In our blog, we look at some of the most common sleep challenges for young people in foster care along with practical, gentle ways to support them. From creating a calming bedtime routine to making their room feel safe and cosy, small changes can help them rest more easily and feel more secure.

If you’d like to learn more, you can read the full blog here:
🔗 How to Manage Children's Sleeping Behaviour
https://www.orchardfostering.ie/help-with-foster-care-sleeping-arrangements/

If fostering is something you’ve been thinking about, we’re always here for a chat.
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05/01/2026

Well done Eileen and Corrinne, what a fantastic interview, really showcases how amazing and special foster carers are 👏

If fostering is something you’ve ever considered, please reach out to us today and we can organise a call with one of our team members✨

Eileen Harkin has been a foster carer for 23 years and has cared for 27 children during that time.Eileen shares her personal journey, the challenges and rewa...

05/01/2026

A new year brings new moments of hope, fresh starts and the chance to build memories that matter.

For young people in foster care, even the smallest step forward can mean everything.

If fostering has been on your mind, this could be the year you make a difference. 💜
We’re always here for a chat.

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01/01/2026

Happy New Year from all of us at Orchard Fostering! 🎆💜

Wishing our carers, young people, and families across Ireland a 2026 filled with joy, kindness, and new beginnings.

Thank you for being part of a community that changes lives every single day.

29/12/2025

As we step into a new year, we’re inspired by the strength, kindness, and care shown by our fostering community throughout 2025. 💜

Here’s to more moments of connection, growth, and hope in 2026 — together, we’ll continue making a difference. 🌿

25/12/2025

From all of us at Orchard Fostering — wishing our carers, young people, and families across Ireland a joyful and peaceful Christmas. 🎄💜

Thank you for filling homes with care, kindness, and love this year.
We’re forever grateful for everything you do.

24/12/2025

It’s the quiet moments that make Christmas special — a shared laugh, a story before bed, a feeling of belonging. ✨

From all of us at Orchard Fostering, we’re wishing our foster carers, families, and young people a warm and peaceful Christmas Eve filled with comfort and connection. 💜

22/12/2025

Why Foster?
The rewards are truly immeasurable.

If you're looking for a way to give back and enrich your life, fostering a child offers a unique kind of fulfilment. Every child deserves to feel safe, loved, and supported.

Swipe through our graphic to see the powerful reasons why our carers say “yes” — from creating new family bonds to discovering a purpose beyond yourself.

Ready to find your why?
Get in touch with our team at Orchard Fostering Ireland.

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19/12/2025

As 2025 comes to a close, we want to say thank you — for every school run, every bedtime story, every quiet word of encouragement, and every small act of care that makes such a difference. 💛

You are the heart of Orchard Fostering, and the reason so many young people across Ireland feel safe, supported, and loved.

Here’s to another year of care, connection, and hope. 💜

17/12/2025

Myth: “Foster children can’t join in family Christmas traditions.”

Truth: Every foster family celebrates in their own way — with warmth, inclusion, and love.

From decorating the tree to sharing dinner together, Christmas is about belonging and togetherness and every young person deserves to feel part of that. 💛

If you’ve ever thought about opening your home and heart, we’d love to hear from you.
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15/12/2025

We asked some of the children and young people in our care to share their favourite part of Christmas. 💜

Read more about their Christmas memories on our blog: https://www.orchardfostering.ie/foster-care-and-christmas-my-christmas-in-foster-care/

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