Lovely to join the Kinship carers event at Whitton Community Centre for #KinshipCareWeek. With thanks to Anna from the Kinship London group – an absolute force of nature & tremendous advocate for kinship carers.
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BookTrust staff member Adele at a Kinship event, standing behind a table with a BookTrust tablecloth on it, covered in books and packs
We've been busy celebrating #KinshipCareWeek, meeting kinship carers across the country!
We loved hearing first-hand how stories help strengthen bonds, build confidence, and create joyful moments of connection.
Discover details of our upcoming online workshops with Kinship:
https://bit.ly/4n29KHn
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An illustration of a child absorbed in a book as magical creatures are created in clouds behind him. Plus the words: "How reading can support children in kinship care", the URL booktrust.org.uk/readingrights and logos for Waterstones Children's Laureate, Arts Council England, and BookTrust
#KinshipCareWeek is a vital reminder of the work we can do together to support carers and children.
Our #ReadingRights report includes information about the experiences of kinship carers and the role shared reading can play for them.
Read it here:
https://bit.ly/42z0jbi
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Thank you to the Care Leavers Association for their explanation on why they refer to Connected Persons Week as #KinshipCareWeek. This is the official title - although kinship refers to a wider network beyond family
#Fostering
For information etc, please visit
kinship.org.uk
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💛 To mark the end of #KinshipCareWeek, we’re sharing Jack’s story.
When he began caring for his granddaughter Julie to keep her out of state care, he contacted the OCO to find out what supports were available.
🎥 Watch their story below.
#KinshipCareCounts
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A photo of a child smiling while reading plus a banner reading "Reading for a brighter future - BookTrust's strategy 2025-2026" and the words: "By 2030, we will reach 60,000 children in foster, adoptive and kinship care annually"
It's #KinshipCareWeek, and we know that the benefits of reading are particularly transformative for children from vulnerable family backgrounds.
That's why they are at the heart of our new strategy.
Find out how we'll be working to support them over the next five years:
https://bit.ly/4396cvQ
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This #KinshipCareWeek, we’re revisiting the Kinship Care Practice Guide, which translates evidence on what works into clear, actionable recommendations to improve how services for #KinshipFamilies are commissioned, designed & delivered 🌟
Read now 👉 foundations.org.uk/toolkit/prac...
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A photo of an adult and child looking at a book together - all we can is the book and the child's hand. Plus the words: "Why book ownership matters for a child in kinship care"
"Having a book that’s yours to keep is an anchor."
In #KinshipCareWeek, we're sharing Bennet's story of how books and reading supported them during their childhood in kinship care, offering comfort and stability.
Read it here:
https://bit.ly/3WnFuvJ
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For #KinshipCareWeek (6–12 Oct), research by Coram, commissioned by Foundations, finds mediation can help kinship families improve communication, reduce conflict & create more stable, child-focused arrangements.
🔗 foundations.org.uk/our-work/publications/kinship-care-mediation-a-feasability-study
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Across England and Wales this week, communities are celebrating the vital role of grandparents, aunts, uncles, brothers and sisters, and family friends - who step up in extraordinary ways to keep children safely in their family. #KinshipCareWeek
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Kinship Care Week (6-12 Oct) celebrates kinship families in England & Wales. Let's honor kinship carers providing loving homes to 141,000+ kids! Raise a teacup! Get involved: https://kinship.org.uk/get-involved/kinship-care-week/ #KinshipCareWeek
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Kinship care is more prevalent than foster care or adoption, but we know less about these families.
This #KinshipCareWeek, check out our latest blog 'What we still don't know about kinship care' and get in touch with us about your priorities for kinship care!
➡️ buff.ly/PiJSF8n
#KinshipCare
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A quote from a kinship carer in a speech bubble: "We can sit down and she knows that she's in a safe space and we can talk about anything"
This #KinshipCareWeek, don't miss our new report, featuring insights from kinship carers on the value of shared reading.
Reading together can start conversations, nurture connections, regulate emotions, and reinforce self-worth.
Find out more:
https://bit.ly/4gZSPEk
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An image to promote Kinship Care Week. In the Centre of the image the text reads 'Kinship Care Week. 6-12 October 2025'. At the top of the image is a purple banner with text that reads 'celebrating kinship families, love and community'. At the bottom of the image is Kinship's logo. To the right of the logo is text that reads: 'For family or friends who step up to raise a child'.
This week is #KinshipCareWeek, an opportunity to shine a light on the vital role of #KinshipCarers & the difference they make to the lives of children ❤️
Throughout the week, we'll be spotlighting our evidence on support for kinship carers, as well as the gaps in what we know 🔎
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Happy #KinshipCareWeek! 🥳
There's loads going on this week across England and Wales, but I'd suggest you start by checking out this incredible new short film which celebrates the power of peer support and community for #KinshipCarers.
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The new #Kinship report is clear that much more needs to be done to ensure that all #KinshipFamilies get the support they need and deserve. I’ll continue to advocate for #KinshipCarers and their children in South Shields. #KinshipCareWeek
kinship.org.uk/our-work-and...
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💜 BASW proudly supports Kinship Care Week, a national week of awareness, recognition, and celebration of kinship families across England and Wales.
Let’s raise a teacup together to kinship families everywhere! ☕️
Find out more 🔗 kinship.org.uk/get-involved...
#KinshipCareWeek
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Illustrations of heart balloons plus the text: "Celebrating kinship families, love and community. Kinship Care Week, 6-12 October 2025". Plus the logo for Kinship.
We're proud to support #KinshipCareWeek.
❤️ It's time to shine a light on the vital role of kinship carers, who step up to care for a child when their parents are unable to.
Stay tuned for more from us on our work with kinship carers this week - and find out more here:
https://bit.ly/3WrsVQ1
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Great to hear from Dionne Wasula, Amy Barnes & Maxine Campbell on supporting kinship families. Schools can make such a difference by recognising and celebrating these relationships.
#KinshipCareWeek 6–12 Oct 💜
youtu.be/_EXtLUhWtj0
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💜 It’s #KinshipCareWeek (6–12 Oct)!
We’re celebrating the incredible kinship carers who provide children with love, stability, and connection to their families and communities.
Let’s raise a teacup together to kinship families everywhere ☕💜
👉 kinship.org.uk/get-involved/kinship-care-week/
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Check out our @kinshipcharity.bsky.social new report - Handle With Care - published today ahead of #KinshipCareWeek, featuring key findings from our largest ever annual survey of more than 1,900 #KinshipCarers.
#KinshipCare #ValueOurLove
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#KinshipCareWeek is October 6th-10th and is a chance to recognise the important role that kinship carers play in keeping 10,000-12,000 children in Ireland out of State Care.
Check out @kinshipcareireland.bsky.social social media for ways to get involved!
#KinshipCareCounts
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It's #KinshipCareWeek! In partnership with KCASS we are talking all about children & young people's #HealthRights! To find out more about our #CareExperienced Service, click here👉
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A quote graphic from Joanne McMeeking, Head of Improving care Experiences at CELCIS, welcoming Kinship Care Week 2025.
Kinship carers have such an important role for children who are unable to stay with their parents. We say a huge thank you to all the grandparents, aunts and uncles, friends, and family members whose commitment makes a huge difference in the lives of the children they care for. #kinshipcareweek
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#KinshipCareWeek 2025 is here!
For online webinars and discussions this week check out the link below.
For all things kinship care in Scotland, please website: kinship.scot
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#KinshipCareWeek starts next week! We can't wait to take part in partnership with KCASS to host an event all about Calming Techniques and Health Rights! RESERVE YOUR SPACE HERE👉
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Kinship carers play a vital role caring for children who are unable to live with their parents. Join us in celebrating them this #KinshipCareWeek kinship.scot/news-events-...
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2 WEEKS TO GO UNTIL #KinshipCareWeek 2025! Join us for a 2 hour special event with Kinship Care Advice Scotland on Calming Techniques for children and learn all about the health rights of children and young people. SPACES LIMITED👉
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#KinshipCareWeek is just three weeks away! Join us at one of our family events or online sessions - you can find more information and details on how to book here: ow.ly/YFYt50V58rH
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