"At 56 I found I had little purpose in life. After spending most of my life in a caring role between my own children, agency and residential work and caring for my disabled husband, who sadly passed away not long after terminal diagnosis."
Completing fostering training
"A year later I completed the comprehensive fostering training and assessment process and became a registered foster carer. That was almost 3 years ago now. I have amazing help and support from great friends and family, as well as my own worker from the Fostering and Adoption Team."
"I am hoping to become a permanent carer to a 6-year-old who's lived with me for almost 3 years. Life is anything but quiet but definitely fulfilling."