Mockingbird constellation benefits

We know Mockingbird constellations improve fostering service support and help long-term fostering placements to be more stable. Having the support network of a constellation for your fostering family improves life in all kinds of ways:

For foster carers

• Opportunities to learn from peers, share knowledge and training.
• Building friendships and a sense of community with other local foster carers.
• Being able to chat through challenges.
• Help is always on hand to prevent challenging situations from worsening.
• Chances to make memories with other fostering families.

For children and young people

• A positive family-based experience of social care for the child or young person.
• The chance to take part in new activities in a safe setting, building confidence.
• Creating friendships with looked after and biological children in other families.
• A wider network of trusted adults to support and positively shape their future.
• Familiar safe places for events, sleepovers or finding breathing space.