Poppy has been fostering for 4 years, after her husband passed away. She credits her 14-year-old foster son as ‘bringing back the laughter into her house and giving her so much joy’.
Since doing the trauma informed therapeutic training, Poppy says that although his behaviour can sometimes still be a challenge, she now better understands his reactions and feels able to respond more effectively.
“The biggest change was giving him a routine and setting boundaries which is something that he has not had before. By explaining why something is wrong, as opposed to just telling him he shouldn’t be doing it, is laying the foundations for a confident young man, ready to face the world at 18”.
Read more of Poppy's fostering story on our blog.