Staff Story
We recently asked our staff to share their journey and time at Sunbeam and why do they enjoy being part of the family. See below the journey shared by one of our Registered Manager from Sunbeam Pride, Emma Rawlinson. “I have been a social worker for over 23 years and I am now lucky enough to have been working as a Registered Manager at Sunbeam Pride in Luton for nearly 3 years. The main reason why I love working at Sunbeam is because it gives me the opportunity to work closely with our fantastic foster carers and their families. This …
Black History Month & Sons and Daughters Month this October
Black History Month This October, we are proud to be participating in raising awareness and getting involved in this years Black History Month. Black History Month is celebrated to promote the knowledge of black history, culture, and heritage and to distribute information on their positive contribution to the British society. Sunbeam Fostering Agency has many carers from black ethnic backgrounds in different regions, demonstrating the ethnic diversity within our agency. Sunbeam receives countless referrals for children of various ethnicities, which therefore enables us to match children appropriately. This month, we would like to celebrate the people in today’s society who …
Life Story Work
‘I’m working on my life story. I’m not decided if it’s going to be a musical or a movie with music in it’ These are words of inspiration from singer Dolly Parton. We can tell the story of our lives using just one memory: right? No this couldn’t be farther from the truth. The story of our lives begins from before we are even born. Therefore, it is extremely important for the memories to be treasured and preserved. Children and young persons in care are more vulnerable and being able to reflect on their growth and progress whilst in care …
Sunbeam Pride – Appreciation Day
Sunbeam Pride had their appreciation day on Sunday at Whipsnade Zoo. This is one of the ways in which all of us staff at Sunbeam say thank-you to our fantastic fostering families for all of the hard-work that they do throughout the year. We value your commitment and care so much and we hope that yesterday went some way to giving something back to you all. In total there were over 83 carers, children and young people and it was so lovely to see all of your faces in person enjoying the animals and using the brilliant park facilities. Despite …
Supporting children and young people’s mental health
Mental Health worries for children and young people have increased significantly in the recent times, with lockdowns, being unable to meet with friends and family, go to school and college and keeping in a regular routine and of course health worries that Covid-19 has presented. According to Stem organisation one in six young people aged 5- to 16-year-olds had a mental disorder. We have shared some tips to help support your child or young person’s mental health. Get your child or young person involved in activities they enjoy doing. This could be any supporting activities, cooking and baking, the options …
Gangs
You often hear the continuing sadness of young people being influenced from their surroundings and trying to make a status amongst their circle of friends. Yet are the circle of friends really a good influence on them and how can we prevent young people falling amongst such crowds. It is sad to read the following article and hear that young people perceive a loss of a young life as “the norm”. Life is such a precious gift and we only get the one chance to make the most of our lives – when we think how can we make it …
Things you can do with your family in Luton and surrounding areas this summer!
We know it can be difficult thinking of some ideas to help keep your family entertained over the summer holidays or even just on weekends. So, we are here to share some fun family outings in Luton and surrounding areas that you and your family can enjoy this summer! Wardown Park – Luton Wardown Park is situated on the River Lea in Luton. The Park has various sporting facilities and is home to the Wardown Park Museum, with plenty of garden grounds for you and your family to explore. Why not pack a picnic with all your favourite goodies and …
New Office Opening – Blackburn
Sunbeam is pleased to open its new office in Blackburn today to support our recruitment of foster carers in the North West! Our CEO, Simon was joined by our lead team members for the region including our two qualified social workers, Arzan and Saani. We will be focusing on the recruitment of foster carers in Lancashire, Manchester and Liverpool to deliver further positive outcomes for children. This builds on Sunbeam’s existing support to carers over the last 20 years. …
Ideas for you and your family this summer holiday
As lockdown restrictions have lifted and life begins to resume as normal, you may be thinking of some fun ways and activities you can do with your family during the summer holidays. We are here to help give you some great ideas! Have a holiday themed day Although getting away for some much-needed sun may be a challenge this year, why not have a holiday themed day at home? Pick your families favourite holiday destination and recreate it at home! You could get the whole family involved making some traditional food and learning some of the local language. Take a …
