Could fostering have a place in your life after 50?
After retiring from a career as a CEO and consultant, Jenny Jackson became a foster carer at 60, fulfilling a long-held wish.
In this conversation, Jenny shares what fostering involves, why she chose emergency and respite care, and what she’s learning about caring for children while making space for family, friendships and travel.
In this episode, we explore:
What led Jenny to fostering and how she got started.
The realities of training, assessment and different types of care.
Seeing the experience from a child’s perspective.
Learning to ask for support, set boundaries and know when to say no.
“When I say yes, it’s a hearty yes.” Jenny Jackson
Jenny’s story offers a personal perspective on fostering and a reminder that new possibilities can emerge at any age.
Links:
Jenny Jackson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-jackson-a3aab554/
Life Without Barriers: https://www.lwb.org.au/
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