Phew! For those of us celebrating Christmas and New Year festivities, it is over for another year. Time to take … Read More
How to hold onto hope for new adoptive parents
The Adoption of a child is a totally life-changing and often challenging opportunity. In this blog, adoptive father and Beacon … Read More
Have we learnt not to touch?
Last autumn I made an important purchase. I bought the biggest, woolliest, warmest cardigan I could find. I have worn … Read More
School support for care-experienced children in England
We know that school can be especially challenging for a number of children. One group of children who commonly need … Read More
Stay On Track: Remain Hopeful as Adoptive Parents
As part two of a previous blog on adoptive parenting, Beacon Family Services team member, Pete Brindley, reflects further on … Read More
Parenting at the Coalface: Finding Hope and Help Through Peer Support
Sharing our experiences, struggles and challenges as a parent with someone who offers a listening ear without doubt is a … Read More
School Transitions
If there’s one thing that’s constant, it’s change. After a year and a half of massive changes brought about by … Read More
Not a calm parent? Not everyone can be.
Every week we meet with parents who have been dealing with their children’s feelings of frustration, anger, helplessness, and disappointment … Read More
Why feeling safe is important
Why is feeling safe important for building family relationships? Feeling safe is the key ingredient in building trust. When we … Read More
Why do children spin around & turn upside down?
Have you ever wondered why your child just can’t sit still? Or why they seem to prefer being upside down? … Read More
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