Bex’s story
- sophiemorgan45
- Jul 8
- 2 min read
Meet Bex - she knew she had the patience and skills to support teenagers and wanted to give children in care a loving home. As a single carer without nearby family, she’s leaned on the support of the fostering community, especially her Mockingbird network. Now, she’s sharing her journey so far – from the first steps of training to the proudest moments of seeing a young person grow in confidence.
“I became a foster carer because I wanted to give children in care a loving home. I felt I had the right skills and patience - especially when it came to supporting teenagers - and I believed I could truly help them thrive.”
“When it came time to apply, the process took about six months. I was assigned an assessing social worker, and before my assessment began, I took part in a pre-Skills to Foster training course. That training turned out to be genuinely valuable, giving me a solid foundation for what was to come.”
“One of the proudest moments for me as a foster carer has been seeing the child I care for grow in confidence. Watching that transformation is something I’ll always cherish.”
“As a single carer without family nearby and only a small circle of friends, I’ve come to rely heavily on the support around me. Being part of a Mockingbird family has been especially important - that network has been absolutely crucial in helping me continue my fostering journey.”
“Personally, fostering has helped me develop a deep understanding of every stage of a child’s life, from babies all the way to adulthood. I’ve gained knowledge that’s essential for caring for children in care, particularly since their backgrounds can be truly heartbreaking. I feel equipped to guide and support them, helping them work through the psychological challenges they might face.”
“If someone is thinking about becoming a foster carer, my advice is: go for it, but be ready to give it your all. The commitment is big, but so are the rewards.”
Is there room in your life to provide a loving home for a child in need? We have an incredible fostering community of 130+ families and we'd love to have you! Book a call back with our friendly team to find out what fostering could look like for your family!
