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EPISODE · Jul 15, 2021 · 38 MIN

The Foster System

from SGExplained · host Rovik Robert, Elliot Tan and Charmian Tan

Did you know that there's a community of foster parents in Singapore who contribute as a labour of love to provide safe and nurturing homes for vulnerable children? Frankly, Elliot and Rovik were not very aware before this recording of this incredibly coordinated and involved ecosystem of social workers, policy planners, and families who go the distance to ensure no children are disadvantaged because of unfortunate circumstances. We're especially privileged to have Hannah from TSA Gracehaven Fostering, and Shikin, a foster mother, as guests to share their experiences as well!. In this episode, we: Understand who is eligible to be Foster Parents Follow the journey it takes for a child to be placed in a foster parents' home Discuss the ways regular Singaporeans can support the Foster System You'll see Singapore like you never have before. Also, SUBSCRIBE to our Substack to get bonus content right in your email - Click Here! If you are interested in becoming a foster parent or would like to find out more about fostering, The Salvation Army’s Gracehaven Fostering will be conducting their next tea session on 18 Sep 2021, Saturday from 10 am to 12 pm. Please feel free to call 8833 8173 or email them at [email protected] to sign up for the tea session. Sources: Foster Care: How Do I Become a Foster Parent in Singapore? - Singapore Legal Advice About the Children in Care Service - MSF Epworth Foster Care - Epworth Community Services 'He deserves a lot of love from us': Fostering a child with special needs - CNA 'Many other kids need a home': Son's words spur couple on to foster 10 children in 15 years - The Straits Times “Every Child Deserves To Be Loved”: Fostering A Child With Mild Autism - PSD Challenge Foster parenting is very different from adopting, and this foster care officer wants you to know it - Mothership Intro Music by Wataboi from Pixabay; Outro Music by Nielizas from Pixabay

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