Are you an adoptive parent or kinship / carer / foster parent whose child is struggling with school? Facilitated by … Read More
Families, Creativity and Resilience – Interview with our Incidental Artist, Marley Starskey Butler
Marley Starskey Butler is joining Beacon Family Services as an Incidental Artist. Their practice as a Social Worker has spanned … Read More
Adoptive families at risk if Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund is not renewed
In light of the uncertain future of the Adoption and Special Guardian Support Fund, Beacon Family Services pledges to continue … Read More
Building Wellbeing and Self-esteem in Kids: The Power of a Thoughtful Compliment
Every year, March 12th is World Compliment Day. Our therapists give advice on how to give kids authentic compliments to … Read More
International Women’s Day Q&A with Beacon Family Services Founder Charlotte Jenkins
International Women’s Day takes place every year on 8th March. The theme for International Women’s Day 2025 is Accelerate Action. … Read More
Family games for connection: Complimenting kids with the I LIKE game
Give your child thoughtful compliments with the I LIKE game This family activity involves giving your child compliments. It’s based … Read More
Getting a pet dog? Advice for foster families and adoptive families
For adoptive families, the decision to add a furry member to the household is a significant one. Pets can bring … Read More
Children’s Mental Health Week 2025 – Resources and activities for parents
The theme for Children’s Mental Health Week 2025 is “Know yourself, grow yourself” – and this is such a huge … Read More
What you can do while your child waits for CAMHS as a parent
If you’re a parent waiting or hoping for support from the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), you’re not … Read More
Why do good parents have naughty children?
Our therapists at Beacon Family Services understand that, as a good parent, you can still have a child behaving in … Read More