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What’s it like being a Foster Carer?

The month of June is National Fostering Month in Ireland, so we wanted to delve into the world of...

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17.23 5 Jun 2024


What’s it like being a Foster Carer?


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17.23 5 Jun 2024


The month of June is National Fostering Month in Ireland, so we wanted to delve into the world of fostering, understand what that life of a foster carer is like and the different experiences you can have.

Kieran is joined by Theresa Hughey, who was a foster carer for 30 years and on the phone by former footballer and manager, Roddy Collins, who fostered his niece.


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