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Foster carer Julie

Foster carer is 'always there' for 30 children she's looked after

"You are like Nanny McPhee; when we need you but think we don't want you, you are always here for us. But when we don't need you, you let us go."

Social worker graduate Katie

Meet our newest social workers who are supporting adults and children across Lancashire

A group of 20 newly qualified social workers have started working at Lancashire County Council after completing a three-year degree apprenticeship programme.

Paul and Rachael are sat at a table with three children. They are smiling and looking at the children

Loving homes needed for children in Lancashire and Blackpool, especially sibling groups

Could you welcome a brother and sister group into your home?

Foster carer Gemma-2

'I've fulfilled my late mum's wish and become a foster carer'

It had always been Gemma's mum's dream to be a foster carer so she could help other children.

Lancashire SEND Partnership

Lancashire SEND Partnership responds to area SEND inspection findings

The partnership responsible for delivering support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in Lancashire has acknowledged that much more work needs to be done. 

Foster carer Marieta

I was worried I wouldn't be able to foster; now I've welcomed 27 children into my home

Marieta is one of our incredible foster carers, but she almost didn't fill in an application form because she thought she wouldn't be accepted.

Mum Sarah Farmer with six-year-old daughter, Lucy

Fun and magical games at Skelmersdale's Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) club

Magic-themed party games, face painting and dancing were enjoyed by children at one of Lancashire's Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Clubs.

Morecambe Family Hub4

Morecambe Family Hub praised for making a 'big difference'

A warm drink, a chat and a chance to get vital advice and support are just some of what's on offer at Morecambe Family Hub.

Foster carer Heather

Meet the real-life Mrs Santa Claus making magical Christmas memories for foster children

Imagine being five-years-old and being told that you have been too naughty for Father Christmas to visit your house.

Mums with Caleb and Riley

'We wouldn’t have coped without them': Parents share their experiences of an outstanding facility in Lancaster

16-year-old Caleb has been going for sleepovers at Alexandra House in Lancaster since he was 11.

Phoebe and Lewis (photo posed by models)

Could you be my mummy or daddy? We're looking for a home for each of these adorable individuals

Meet 2-year-olds Phoebe and Lewis who both love splashing in the bath and singing.

Fostering

Plans to boost crucial support for foster carers in pipeline

Proposals to bolster vital support for foster carers in Lancashire are to be discussed.