TACT Talks:
The TACT Fostering Podcast

Welcome to TACT Talks, the fostering podcast from TACT where we explore all things foster care.

As you listen along to each episode, you’ll hear honest conversations and inspiring stories from people across the TACT fostering community – whether that be foster carers, care experienced people, colleagues from across TACT or special guests from the wider sector.

Episode 6 – Fostering with the TACT South West Team

In this episode of TACT Talks, Registered Area Manager Sara and Deputy Area Manager Bethany take us behind the scenes of fostering with the TACT South West team.

From recruiting and welcoming new foster carers to providing ongoing support, Sara and Bethany explore what the fostering journey really looks like and what new carers can expect when they join TACT.

They talk about the people who make up the South West team, the support available to foster carers and the important role social workers play every day. Most importantly, they share how foster carers and social workers work together to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.

A genuine insight into fostering with TACT and a chance to hear more about the incredible people, support and community that make up our South West team.

Other Episodes


Episode 5: Mark’s Story – What Is it Really Like To Be A Foster Carer

Foster Carer Mark, shares his experiences as a foster carer with TACT. He talks through his fostering journey right from what first inspired him to become a foster carer and shares what it’s really like to be a foster carer.

Episode 4: Fostering with Birth Children At Home

How does fostering impact your own children? In this episode, we explore what it’s really like to foster as a family when you have birth children at home.


Episode 3: Things No One Tells You About Fostering…

In this episode, we explore the realities of fostering, sharing honest insights into the challenges, surprises, and rewarding moments that foster carers experience along the way.

Episode 2: The Little Wins and victories of Fostering…

In this inspiring episode, we shine a light on the small victories and everyday moments that have a huge impact on the lives of children and young people in care.


Episode 1: This Is TACT Fostering…

TACT Fostering introduces its first Podcast with Fostering Recruitment Manager, Chloe Meades, speaking with real life foster carers – Karen, Nigel, Gemma and Mark about real life fostering experiences.

More About Fostering



What Is Foster Care?

What is foster care? Find out why children need foster care, and who decides that a child requires foster care.

What Is A Foster Carer?

What is a foster carer? What does a foster carer do? Find out about the responsibilities of a foster parent.

What Is A Foster Home?

What is a foster home? Does it need to be set up differently, and what are the requirements?


What Is ‘Matching’?

What is matching, what is the process, and why is it so important to get it right in foster care? Find out here.

What Is The Difference Between Fostering And Adoption?

We highlight the key differences between the two, to help you decide on the right care pathway for you.

Foster Care FAQs

Read our FAQs on a variety of subjects such as who can foster and how much foster carers are paid.


A-Z Of Fostering

In fostering, there are many phrases and terms used by different professionals. Read our A-Z of fostering.