About this episode

The episode discusses the experiences of foster carers in light of National Fostering Awareness month.

This month marks the start of National Fostering Awareness month. Tusla released a statement saying “National Fostering Awareness Month is about opening the conversation, challenging myths and helping people understand that they may already have the qualities needed to make a life-changing difference for a child”. To discuss their experience being foster carers, Andrea is joined by Maureen Gannon and Eileen Harkin.

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