Foster care shining stars recognised at annual awards

Children and young people in Foster Care were celebrated for their exceptional accomplishments at a special event organised in their honour at La Mon House Hotel.

The South Eastern Trust Fostering Service, in partnership with The Fostering Network, hosted the event to recognise their achievements, resilience and personal growth.

The celebration also paid tribute to the vital role Foster Carers play, recognising their dedication, love and stability that continue to transform the lives of children and young people across Northern Ireland.

South Eastern Trust Head of Service, Fostering and Adoption Nuala Hanna said: “It was fantastic to see all our wonderful children and young people’s achievements being celebrated.

Supervising Social Worker, Rachel Donaldson, Principal Social Worker Ann Walsh, Senior Social Worker Paula Hall, Principal Social Worker Bridie Rainey, South Eastern Trust Assistant Director, Lakewood, Residential, Leaving Care Services Marie Louise Sloan, Director of Children’s Services and Executive Director of Social Work Lyn Preece, Supervising Social Worker Emma Williams, Head of Service, Fostering and Adoption Nuala Hanna, Social Worker Angela Stronge and Social Worker Joanne Alexander at the event at La Mon. Pic credit: SEHSCTplaceholder image
Supervising Social Worker, Rachel Donaldson, Principal Social Worker Ann Walsh, Senior Social Worker Paula Hall, Principal Social Worker Bridie Rainey, South Eastern Trust Assistant Director, Lakewood, Residential, Leaving Care Services Marie Louise Sloan, Director of Children’s Services and Executive Director of Social Work Lyn Preece, Supervising Social Worker Emma Williams, Head of Service, Fostering and Adoption Nuala Hanna, Social Worker Angela Stronge and Social Worker Joanne Alexander at the event at La Mon. Pic credit: SEHSCT
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"I want to say congratulations to our children, young people and Foster Carers who attended this special event.

“The event served as a reminder of the ongoing need for more Foster Carers.

"We are always seeking new families to join our fostering community and help local children reach their full potential.”

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