Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Celebrating outstanding contributions: Lincolnshire Fostering Service to honour foster carers

On April 19th, Lincolnshire Fostering Service will host its annual Foster Carer Celebration highlighting the remarkable dedication and commitment of foster carers to the lives of Lincolnshire children.

The ceremony features the presentation of awards to over 50 different foster carers, recognising long-standing service and special achievements. This year’s event promises to be particularly poignant as one extraordinary couple, Mr. Robert Isdale (81) and Mrs. Margaret Isdale (80), will be honoured with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award.

The Isdales have devoted an incredible 44 years to fostering, nurturing over a hundred babies and young children during this time. As they embark on a well-deserved retirement, Lincolnshire Fostering Service is proud to recognise their outstanding legacy by presenting them with this special award (the first of its kind in Lincolnshire) to be conferred by Head of Service, Deborah Crawford.

“We are honoured to host this annual celebration, recognising the tireless efforts of our foster carers and the profound difference they make in the lives of vulnerable children,” said Deborah Crawford, Head of Lincolnshire Fostering Service. “It is a joyous occasion to come together as a community and celebrate these extraordinary individuals who exemplify compassion, resilience, and unwavering dedication. Our heartfelt thanks to this remarkable group of people.”

 

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