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30/01/2026

📢 New on the Orr Medical blog!

Curious about how access to your medical records ties into the fostering medical process?

Our latest article breaks down what you need to know, from why your GP records matter to how they help create accurate, panel-ready assessments for fostering applications.

It’s a must-read for carers, applicants, and support workers alike!

Read more here : https://www.Orr medical.co.uk/access-medical-records-for-fostering-medical/

A step-by-step guide explaining how to access your medical records for a fostering medical, including Subject Access Requests, timescales, and what to expect

28/01/2026

We’re excited to share our latest article, an Introduction to Attachment Theory.

Written to help you understand one of the most important psychological concepts when it comes to children, families, and relationships.

Whether you’re a parent, foster carer, adopter, or professional working with families, understanding attachment gives you a valuable framework for supporting children’s needs, especially those who’ve experienced trauma, loss or change.

In this article we explore:

✔️ What attachment theory is and why it matters
✔️ How early bonds influence emotional and social development
✔️ Insights to support care, connection and healing

Read the full article below:

An introduction to attachment theory, exploring how early caregiving shapes emotional development, attachment styles, & long-term relationships

26/01/2026

Thinking about adopting again or welcoming another child into your family through adoption?

At Orr Medical, we know that every family’s journey is unique, and that includes when you’re planning another adoption.

Our Multiple Adoption article explains the steps involved in the process, how medical assessments differ for families who are already approved adopters, and why having the right support makes all the difference.

If you have questions about medical assessments or what’s involved, our team is here to help you every step of the way.

Thinking of adopting again? Learn how the process differs for approved adopters, including fast-track assessments and medical report requirements with Orr Medical.

21/01/2026

Every week matters when a child is waiting for the safety and love of a permanent home.

At Orr Medical, we understand that delays in fostering and adoption medicals can hold up the process, and that’s why we work hard to keep things moving quickly.

Our dedicated team prioritises rapid, reliable turnaround times, so you can focus on what truly matters: welcoming a child into a secure, caring environment.

Need a faster, stress-free experience?

We’re here to make it happen.

19/01/2026

Thinking about fostering or adoption? One part of the process many people don’t realise the importance of is the medical assessment.

It’s a statutory requirement designed to make sure carers are physically and emotionally able to support a child long term.

Many people worry that a health condition will stop them from fostering or adopting, but this isn’t always the case.

Each medical is considered individually, focusing on your overall wellbeing, support network and day to day health, not just a diagnosis.

A fostering or adoption medical is often the most thorough health check adults have had in years, helping identify risks early and support long-term wellbeing

17/01/2026

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17/01/2026

16/01/2026

What are the unintended benefits of the fostering and adoption medical assessment process.

In our latest blog GP and medical adviser Dr Orr looks at the the impact on health and wellbeing from having a fostering or adoption medical assessment.

https://www.orrmedical.co.uk/what-people-dont-realise-about-fostering-adoption-medical/

A fostering or adoption medical is often the most thorough health check adults have had in years, helping identify risks early and support long-term wellbeing

14/01/2026

Foster carer recruitment is now firmly on the Government’s agenda as we move towards 2026.

With carer numbers declining, new national priorities aim to remove barriers, improve support and encourage more people to consider fostering.

It’s a significant moment for the sector and for the thousands of children who rely on stable, supportive homes.

Our latest blog explores what this shift means and why it matters.

Read more via the link below.

The government has pledged to take action to reverse declining foster carer numbers in the UK, according to an end-of-year press release

13/01/2026

SECOND CHANCE SUNDAY

The first day back after the Christmas break can feel heavy for children and young people.

Their nervous systems have spent weeks in slower mornings, flexible routines, familiar people and reduced demands. School re-entry asks their brains to switch gears fast – early starts, noise, transitions, expectations, social rules.

What shows up at pickup isn’t rudeness, defiance or attitude. It’s often fatigue, overwhelm, and emotional depletion.

The moments right after school matter more than we realise. This is where regulation is either supported… or pushed further out of reach.

A calm, predictable pickup helps their nervous system begin to settle before the afternoon even starts. Less questions. Fewer demands. More safety. More softness.

You don’t need to fix the day. You don’t need a full debrief. You just need to be the steady place they land.

If school returns feel rocky this week, you’re not doing it wrong. Their brain is still catching up.

After-School Restraint Collapse, the Toolkit for Parents & Educators – link in comments below ⬇️ or via Linktree Shop in Bio.

12/01/2026

The latest fostering statistics for 2024–2025 highlight a sector that continues to adapt and move forward.

While challenges remain, there are encouraging signs, including growth in independent fostering agencies, an increase in new fostering households and a rise in short break placements, offering more flexibility and support for children and carers.

At Orr Medical, we know that strong, reliable health support plays a vital role in sustaining this progress. By supporting fostering organisations and carers with clear, practical medical guidance, we help create stability where it matters most.

Positive change happens when the right support is in place.

Explore the latest Fostering in England statistics for 2024/2025, including trends in mainstream fostering, kinship care, approvals, recruitment and short breaks

09/01/2026

After our popular post on The Screen-Dopamine Cycle many parents have asked how to break the cycle.

Screens don’t become a problem overnight.

They work beautifully at first… and then slowly start to take more than they give.

If you’re seeing bigger meltdowns when screens end, constant requests for more, low tolerance for boredom or rising anxiety, this isn’t about willpower or 'bad habits'. It’s the dopamine cycle at work.

Breaking the cycle doesn’t mean banning screens or battling your child. It means understanding the brain, setting supportive non-negotiables, and helping dopamine come from steadier, safer places.

📩 I’ve created an extended parent information sheet that goes deeper into how to do this at home with less conflict and more calm. Access details in the visual.