Foster Carer and Hackney Village hub host Debbie Bright

Feeling isolated is one of the most common experiences for foster carers, especially new foster carers.  Access to peer support can make or break a fostering career.  So, in Episode One of Fostering Respect, we meet Debbie, a foster carer of 30 years and a Hackney Villages hub host.  She explains our vision for a care system where every foster family has the choice to be part of a village.  

The Hackney Villages are based on the American Mockingbird model, where an experienced foster carer becomes the hub host to a constellation of foster families.  This model is proven to reduce placement breakdowns.  Debbie explains the model and the benefits to the children, foster carers and Children's Social Care staff.

Fostering Respect is the Hackney Foster Carers' Council podcast.

Hosted by Joe Chown
Produced by Jermaine Julie and Lucie Regan
Executive Producers: Debbie Bright, Kim Flack, Evette Dawkins & Liz Hughes.

Supported by The Museum of the Home

Special thanks to Rosie Watts and Mimi Buchanan