Supporting Stability in Care

Join us on 18 February, 10am–1pm in Newport, South Wales, for a dynamic half-day event bringing together professionals from across child social care and SEN sectors. Through shared experiences and practical insights, we’ll explore what really works to support stability in care and improve outcomes for children and young people.

Expect engaging discussions, real-world examples, and valuable networking with Local Authority and Health Board representatives, child social care providers, and SEN specialists, all committed to driving meaningful, lasting change.

Info: Registration, refreshments and time to connect

Info: Brief welcome and introduction to how the day will run by Lumin Solutions Founder, Ben Gretton

Info: Dr Jane Herd will discuss whole-system models of support, highlighting how stability for children in care is achieved when the system and its practitioners are contained, reflective, and able to maintain the capacity to think in challenging circumstances. Drawing on three projects — a reflective practice group with a local authority children’s social care team, the Mulberry Bush Therapeutic Community, and a current project on whole-system, therapeutically informed foster care in a small private provider — they will share practical insights and lessons learned. The focus will primarily be on the latter, exploring how therapeutic principles can be integrated into fostering to create environments where children can settle, thrive, and experience long-term stability.

Info: Dr. Vaughn Price, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, will lead a session on supporting neurodivergent individuals as they navigate key life transitions, particularly during school age and young adulthood. The talk will provide practical tools and strategies for professionals, educators, and families, emphasising the importance of effective communication, person-centred planning, and collaborative approaches. Participants will learn ways to reduce anxiety, enhance understanding, and empower young people and their families to experience transitions as positive, manageable, and growth-oriented opportunities.

Info: Short 15 minute break with refreshments

Info: Buffet lunch provided along with the opportunity to speak with new and old connections

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