Podcast: the legacy and impact of life story from a parent’s perspective

In this thought-provoking and emotive episode of The Social Work Community, recorded at this year’s Community Care Live, you will hear about the importance of a parent’s journey while considering their own child’s life story.

You will hear first-hand the experiences some parents have had and how practitioners can gain a better understanding of the impact positive life stories can have on both parents and children.

Social worker Rachel Thomas and Pause practitioner Julia Williams, both from Wiltshire Council, narrate Laura’s story to a live audience. Laura, who gave up her baby up for adoption, went through a tough time and her story shows how she was supported by professionals every step of the way.

Callum, a father and someone who spent some of his childhood in care, talks about how his key worker, Ceri Evans, through the Dads Matter Too project, helped him overcome his personal challenges and become the dad he wanted to be.

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