Orchard Fostering

05/06/2026

Thinking about transferring as a foster carer? 💜

Sometimes life changes, and sometimes the support around you needs to change too. If you are already fostering and would like to learn more about transferring to Orchard Fostering, we would be glad to talk it through with you.

We know every fostering journey is personal, and a fresh start can bring the support, guidance and reassurance you need.

To find out more, visit our website or get in touch.
[email protected]
01 627 5713
orchardfostering.ie/transfer-to-orchard-fostering

04/06/2026

Thinking about fostering? Come along to our online information session for Pride Month 🌈

Join us on Wednesday 17th of June at 11am for a relaxed and welcoming session where you’ll meet Nicola, one of our foster carers, hear about her experience and chat with our team.

Whether you are just curious or ready to take the first step, this is a lovely way to learn more.

To register, email [email protected] or call 01 627 5713. We’d love to see you there 💜

Are you a same s*x couple, le***an, gay, bis*xual or transgender (LGBT+) and have considered becoming a foster parent or wondered if same s*x couples can foster in Ireland? Applicants from all walks of life are welcome and encouraged to apply to become foster carers regardless of their marital statu...

03/06/2026

Thinking about fostering? Come along to our in person info event in Sligo. 💜

Join us on Thursday 11th June from 12pm to 2pm at The National Surf Centre, Shore Rd, Carrowbunnaun, Strandhill, Co. Sligo for a relaxed and welcoming event where you can chat with our team and find out more about fostering.

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.

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03/06/2026

Ann and AnneMarie are looking forward to meeting you all today at our first Kildare information event! ☺️

They are in the Castlebar Suite in the The Westgrove Hotel. Pop in anytime between 12-2 to chat about starting your fostering journey 💙

03/06/2026

Best of luck to everyone starting their Junior Cert and Leaving Cert exams today. 💜

We know this is a big week, and we are sending calm thoughts to every student taking a seat at the exam table. Take it one paper at a time, trust your preparation and be proud of how far you have come.

Sending calm thoughts to every student taking exams, and also to the families and teachers cheering them on. 💜🌱

02/06/2026

Our June colouring competition winner is Shaydon 🎣☀️

We’re delighted to feature his lovely picture of a summer fishing scene in our Orchard Fostering calendar. Thank you to every child and family who entered, we loved seeing all the creativity and care that went into each design 💜

To request a copy or for more information, email [email protected] or call 01 627 5713.

02/06/2026

Thinking about fostering? Come along to our in person info event in Kildare.

Join us on Wednesday 10th June from 6pm to 8pm at Room 1, Teach Dara, Academy Street, Kildare town for a relaxed and welcoming evening where you can meet foster carer Imelda, chat with our team and ask any questions you might have.

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.

02/06/2026

💙 A Huge Thank You to Our Staff and Foster Carers 💙

A sincere thank you to all of our staff and foster carers who took part in the Irish Foster Care Association Step Up for Foster Care campaign.

This nationwide initiative encouraged people to get active while raising awareness of fostering and highlighting the ongoing need for foster carers across Ireland.

Every step taken helped spread the message about the positive and lasting impact foster care can have on the lives of children and young people.

The photos shared here capture just some of the fantastic participation from our teams and foster carers across the country, from Donegal to Galway, Dublin and beyond. 👣💙

Thank you to everyone who stepped up, got involved, and helped champion foster care in their local communities.

01/06/2026

🌈 Happy Pride Month from Orchard Fostering 🌈

This month, we celebrate love, belonging and every family that helps a young person feel valued for exactly who they are. 💜

At Orchard Fostering, we believe every child should grow up knowing they are accepted, supported and loved just as they are.

📧 [email protected] | 📞 01 627 5713

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.

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