Orchard Fostering

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Irish-owned independent provider of high quality foster care services, working in partnership with Tusla to provide children and young people with a positive care experience. Business hours are 9am-5pm Monday to Friday, but we offer a 24 hour on call support service to allow our foster carers to make contact at a time that suits them.

Could you offer a baby a safe, steady start? 💜Some of the smallest children need calm, routine and someone who will meet...
24/04/2026

Could you offer a baby a safe, steady start? 💜

Some of the smallest children need calm, routine and someone who will meet them with patience and care from day one. Short-term fostering for infants can change a life forever, the comfort you give now makes a lasting difference.

If you’d like to talk it through, we’re here.

📧 info@orchardfostering.ie
📞 01 627 5713
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Today is Earth Day! 🌱Time outside, even in small ways, can help children feel calmer and more settled.A bit of fresh air...
22/04/2026

Today is Earth Day! 🌱

Time outside, even in small ways, can help children feel calmer and more settled.

A bit of fresh air, noticing what’s around you, or just getting out of the house together can make a difference.

It doesn’t have to be anything big. Just being outside can help reset the day.

To learn more about fostering, contact us on 01 627 5713 or visit orchardfostering.ie

Food can be more than just food. 💜Sitting down together, even for a few minutes, can create space for connection.No pres...
20/04/2026

Food can be more than just food. 💜

Sitting down together, even for a few minutes, can create space for connection.

No pressure conversations.
A chance to check in.
A moment to feel part of something.

Sometimes, it’s the simplest parts of the day that help build trust over time.

To find out more about fostering, email info@orchardfostering.ie or visit orchardfostering.ie

Life can take on a different pace in retirement. 💜For some, it brings more time at home, more flexibility, and a chance ...
17/04/2026

Life can take on a different pace in retirement. 💜

For some, it brings more time at home, more flexibility, and a chance to share years of experience in a meaningful way.

Fostering can be a way to offer stability, reassurance, and care to a child who needs it. It’s not about doing something extraordinary, just being present, consistent, and supportive.

If you’ve ever wondered whether fostering could fit into this stage of life, we’re always here for a chat.

📧 info@orchardfostering.ie
📞 01 627 5713
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What makes Orchard Fostering different? 💜We’re one of the largest Irish-owned independent fostering agencies, and for us...
15/04/2026

What makes Orchard Fostering different? 💜

We’re one of the largest Irish-owned independent fostering agencies, and for us, it’s always been about people.

We know our carers. We understand the realities of fostering, and we’re here to support you properly, not just at the start, but every step of the way.

With a dedicated team and out-of-hours support, you’re never left figuring things out on your own.

If you’d like to learn more, contact us on 01 627 5713 or visit orchardfostering.ie

Some children come into care with one constant in their lives… each other. 💜Siblings often share a bond that brings comf...
13/04/2026

Some children come into care with one constant in their lives… each other. 💜

Siblings often share a bond that brings comfort, familiarity, and a sense of safety, especially during times of change. Keeping brothers and sisters together can make a real difference to how a child settles and feels supported.

We are always looking for carers who may have the space to welcome sibling groups into their home.

If you’ve ever considered fostering, this is an area where you can have a lasting impact.

📧 info@orchardfostering.ie
📞 01 627 5713
🌐 orchardfostering.ie

A big well done to Kyla, age 13, our March calendar entry winner. 🌟Kyla’s artwork summed up March in Ireland perfectly a...
08/04/2026

A big well done to Kyla, age 13, our March calendar entry winner. 🌟

Kyla’s artwork summed up March in Ireland perfectly and we’re delighted to showcase it.

Thank you to everyone who took part. It’s always great to see the creativity and personality coming through in each entry. 💛

Wishing all of our carers, young people and families a very happy Easter. 💛🐣🌸We hope the day brings a bit of calm, conne...
05/04/2026

Wishing all of our carers, young people and families a very happy Easter. 💛🐣🌸
We hope the day brings a bit of calm, connection and time together.
Thank you for the care and kindness you show every day.

To find out more about fostering, contact us on 01 627 5713 or visit orchardfostering.ie

As the days slowly start to stretch out, spring can bring a gentle change in pace. 🌱For young people in foster care, thi...
03/04/2026

As the days slowly start to stretch out, spring can bring a gentle change in pace. 🌱

For young people in foster care, this time of year can be about settling into routines, finding a bit of ease in everyday moments, and feeling steady at home.

It doesn’t need to be anything big. Consistency, care, and time together are what matter most.

💙 World Autism Awareness Day – April 2nd 💙Today, we celebrate neurodiversity and stand with all children, young people a...
02/04/2026

💙 World Autism Awareness Day – April 2nd 💙

Today, we celebrate neurodiversity and stand with all children, young people and families across Ireland with ASD.

At Orchard Fostering, we believe every child deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported in the way that suits them best. Whether it’s through understanding, patience, or simply listening, small acts of kindness go a long way.

To our foster carers supporting young people with autism: thank you for creating safe, inclusive spaces where they can thrive. 💜

Let’s continue to build a world that welcomes every child, just as they are.

📧 info@orchardfostering.ie | 📞 01-627 5713

Thinking about fostering? Come meet Grace.Join our online info session with foster carer Grace on Thursday 9th of April ...
01/04/2026

Thinking about fostering? Come meet Grace.

Join our online info session with foster carer Grace on Thursday 9th of April at 1pm.

Hear Grace’s story and her reflections after appearing on Q102 and in the Irish Independent. Chat with our team, ask questions and find out how Orchard supports foster carers.

📧 info@orchardfostering.ie
📞 01 627 5713

A good question to sit with:“Do I have room in my life to show up for a young person?”No pressure.No timeline.Just space...
01/04/2026

A good question to sit with:

“Do I have room in my life to show up for a young person?”

No pressure.
No timeline.
Just space to reflect.

You can explore fostering at your own pace at orchardfostering.ie

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14 Joyce Way, Parkwest Business Park, Nangor Road
Dublin
D12F9X8

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+35316275713

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Established in 2008, we are the largest Irish-owned independent foster care agency. More than a decade later, we have close to a hundred wonderful foster carer families that provide excellent care for their foster children. Our mission is our dedication and genuine passion for child welfare and supporting carers. We pride ourselves on knowing our carers and recognising the contribution they make towards a lasting difference in the lives of the children in their care. We have a multi-disciplinary team of over 30 staff. Fully qualified and locally-based, our social work, social care and therapy teams are available to support our carers and to ultimately to achieve the best outcomes for the foster children in their care. Importantly our dedicated and experienced staff are available through our out of hours call service, giving our carers the peace of mind that they can access support at any time should the need arise. We’ve been building brighter futures for children and young people for over a decade.