Orchard Fostering

29/05/2026

Thinking about fostering? Come along to our in-person information event in Castlebar.

Join us on Thursday 4th of June from 12pm to 2pm at Breaffy House Resort, Castlebar, Co. Mayo for a relaxed and welcoming session where you can meet the Orchard Fostering team, ask any questions you might have and learn more about fostering in a friendly setting.

Whether you are just curious or ready to take the first step, we would love to see you there. 💜

To register, email [email protected] or call 01 627 5713.

Foster With Us Providing children and young people with a Positive care experience When you choose to foster with us you receive a range of supports and benefits We support both our foster carers and the

29/05/2026

Gratitude thread 💛

Carers, what small thing from this week are you grateful for, a laugh, a quiet moment or a tiny win? Share it below and we will celebrate a few tomorrow. We are so grateful for the everyday kindness you give, the meals, the calm chats and the steady presence. Thank you for everything. 🌱

We will pick some replies to highlight and say thanks.

[email protected] | 01 627 5713

27/05/2026

Looking for a gentle way in at the dinner table? 💬

Try one of these questions tonight and see where the chat goes. No pressure, just curiosity. If you have a favourite conversation starter, pop it in the comments and we’ll share our favourites next week. 💛

[email protected] | 01 627 5713

26/05/2026

Tune in to Galway Bay FM tomorrow at 10.40 to hear our foster carer Andria talking about her fostering journey ahead of our information event.

It is always lovely to hear real stories from people who know fostering first-hand, and we are so grateful to Andria for sharing her experience. 💜

If you would like to find out more about fostering, get in touch at [email protected] or call 01 627 5713.

25/05/2026

Thinking about fostering? A relaxed chat might help. No pressure, just honest answers and friendly advice. ☕💜

Email [email protected] or call 01 627 5713

24/05/2026

Thinking about fostering? Come along to our in-person info events in Kildare. 💜

Join us on Wednesday 3rd June from 12pm to 2pm at Directors Suite, Westgrove Hotel, Abbeylands, Clane, Co. Kildare, W91 YWE0 where you can meet foster carer Ann, chat with our team and ask any questions you might have.

Then join us again on Wednesday 10th June from 6pm to 8pm at Room 1, Teach Dara, Academy Street, Kildare town where you can meet foster carer Imelda, chat with our team and learn more in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

Whether you are just curious or ready to take the first step, we would love to see you there. 🌱

To register, email [email protected] or call 01 627 5713.

23/05/2026

Thinking about fostering? Come along to our in-person information event in Castlebar.

Join us on Thursday 4th Jun from 12pm to 2pm at Breaffy House Resort, Castlebar, Co. Mayo for a relaxed and welcoming session where you can meet the Orchard Fostering team, ask any questions you might have and learn more about fostering in a friendly setting.

Whether you are just curious or ready to take the first step, we would love to see you there. 💜

To register, email [email protected] or call 01 627 5713.

22/05/2026

To help yourself and your young person with stress, try sitting together, breathing in for four counts, holding for two, breathing out for six. Repeat twice.

A quiet pause like this can help a young person settle after a busy day. Try it tonight and tell us how it went, we’d love to hear from you. 💜

Info: [email protected] | 01 627 5713

21/05/2026

Thinking about fostering? Come along to our in person information event in Carrick on Shannon.

Join us on Thursday, 28th May from 12pm to 2pm at The Bush Hotel, Main Street, Carrick on Shannon, Co. Leitrim for a relaxed and welcoming session where you can meet Rosemary, one of our foster carers, chat with our team and ask any questions you might have.

It is a lovely chance to hear more in a warm, no pressure setting. 🌱

To register, email [email protected] or call 01 627 5713.

20/05/2026

Food, family and conversation. 🍲💜

This week we’re launching the Orchard Recipe Swap. Share a family recipe that helps you start a gentle conversation at the table and we’ll feature a few favourites next week.

Email or message us your recipe, a photo and a short line about why it matters to [email protected]

Small moments build trust. Thank you for sharing. 🌱