Welcome to our blog, where we share stories about the people, projects and places that matter to you.

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Have the conversation: how to plan for the future with your finances
Conversations about our and our family's finances can be hard, but planning for the future can give you and your family peace of mind
✍️ Lynda Wilson, Team Manager, Adult Social Care
✍️ Lynda Wilson, Team Manager, Adult Social Care

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‘I saw an opportunity to do good – and I took it’
✍️Joy Dimiri, Adult Social Worker at Leicestershire County Council

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The fostering application journey: 'it’s well-structured to guide you through'
Karen, a recently-approved carer, shares her experiences of going through the fostering application process with Leicestershire County Council.
✍️ Karen, Supported Lodgings Host
✍️ Karen, Supported Lodgings Host

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Making connections for over two years with FoxConnect
South West Leicestershire and FoxConnect… it’s certainly a match! Let’s review who else we’ve connected over the years!

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'I am grateful for the opportunity given to me': life in a Supported Lodgings household
'Megan', a young person currently living within a Supported Lodgings household, shares her experiences of the scheme.
✍️ 'Megan', looked-after young person
✍️ 'Megan', looked-after young person

5 minutes
"I felt my history staring right back at me": Unearthing hidden stories with Culture Leicestershire
✍️ Alison Clague, Senior Curator and Esther Shaw, Community Participation Worker; Kit Prime, co-chair of the LGBTQ+ Staff Network

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From Apprentice to Leader: My Early Years Career Journey
Read about a journey into early years childcare that began with volunteering at girl guides, and grew into a passion that led to a thriving childcare business ✍️ Kerry Robinson'
