What Is It Like Growing Up In Britain's Foster Care System? | Part 2 | Full Episode | Origin

Following the search for adoptive parents for a two year old boy and a three and seven year old brother and sister. With the added challenges of having slightly older children, siblings and a child with possible health issues to place, the task for social workers Annette and Jackie is a massive one.

With the future of these children in their hands and recently set government targets to meet, they struggle not to become too emotionally involved as they strive to find adopters before time runs out.


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[marlenerobertson]

It’s interesting. We have been foster parents for over 27 years now and have had quite a few kiddos adopted from our home. And everyone of them has been older. Several 12 year olds, a 13 year old a sister set of 10 and 12, an 11 year old girl and more. And everyone has been successful. Matter of fact, our one girl who was adopted at 11 invited us to her wedding a few years back. Lots of success stories. So don’t give up. There are awesome families out there who want older kids.

[stephanieamerson]

That older couple that had Tommy just melts my heart they are truly angels on earth 🥰

[cpaige]

This really breaks my heart. I’m pregnant right now. My fiancé and I have always talked about adopting one day when we have a bigger house. We plan to adopt an older child because we know that they are the ones who usually get turned down. It just makes me so sad. One day I will be able to help.

[MrZzToOoFlyY]

To bad all social workers aren’t this amazing, you can tell she genuinely wants to see all these children in safe and loving homes and they are willing to fight and try their hardest to make this happen. It unfortunately doesn’t happen this way in so many cases, at least here in the US, but most workers are well overworked.

[Felix-zr]

I went through the system in the UK back in the 1950s. I owe my life to mothers that came to the orphanage to breast feed the kids like me. To the foster parents that had me for a time. It's very easy for orphans to go off the tracks when they hit teen age times, but, those adults who take time to show the kids a better way, make a big difference in the outcome of that child. Thank you to all those social workers.

[janicewatts]

Went through the foster care system. No exactly how these kids feel. Was never adopted out. Always have felt insecure. I am so thankful that you found faster homes and adoptive homes for these children. God bless you

[AinuLaire]

My parents adopted my younger sister 15 years ago (as of Feb 26). Did she have "issues"? Yes, like every kid does. But it's the most enriching experience of our family's life. If you're serious about having children, highly recommend looking into adopting. It's as much a gamble as having your own, but so rewarding.

[rebeccaschroeder]

If I had the money I would adopt them❤❤ No matter there age. Age doesnt mean anything to me. How precious are these beautiful blessings

[janesmithh]

This is so heartbreaking. When we were kids, my Mom became a Foster. We failed...TWICE! My sisters are now 30 & 32.
My husband and I are now taking classes to get certified. We have the space and the love!

[meri]

I’m 19 + already preparing to get financially and mentally ready to adopt / foster a bit later in life. I might not be a perfect choice ever, but i’m better than nothing. You don’t need to be ’special’ to foster or adopt, parenting any kid is challenging. If we can help a child, why not do it. I was in the system once too. Having a good stable fosterfamily can change your life.

[alainadacosta]

I had tears in my eyes when she was talking about the family wanting to adopt Lauren and Liam. I hope to adopt some day and have been thinking about it for years now. This video was a great reminder to also consider adopting from foster care. I'm so so happy they all found loving families

[rochellephillips]

Such a wonderful ending but my heartaches for the Foster parents that truly had these children to long and had made these children a part of their families, homes, and for giving them a lot of love, understanding, and stability, so they had a shot!!

[Kloetenhenne]

Wasn't Tommy's "yes, pease" the most adorable thing ever?

[Zanjlm]

We adopted our daughter when she was 9. There were a lot of challenges because of the instability of her foster care, a failed adoption and finally she was in a group home when we met her. We made it through and now she's 32 and have given us 2 beautiful grandchildren!

[nikkilynn]

Awe tommy saying 2 mommies brought tears to my eyes. So sweet!! But my heart broke for his foster parents 💔 😢 😔 Annette is a wonderful social worker!!

[growmance]

I started tearing up hearing the good news Laura and Liam got a new home and won’t have to be in foster care until their 18 and feel unwanted. Congrats

[Dropthesoapto]

What a lovely couple. At that age they still have the will to foster. Wonderful people that make the difference.

[gordonramsey]

I feel so happy for Thommy and Lauren and Liam!
Those kids deserve to have a loving family like any child!!
All they want is to be loved!

[marie.naturallysims]

Damn, the Lauren and Liam story is heartbreaking. If I had the money and a place in England, I'd adopt them or any child/siblings that needed forever homes. Hopefully they find a forever loving home with loving parents.

Edit -watched the ending. So glad all three kids found families to take them in.

[kitwoow]

I would be very happy to give them a permanent loving home. I pray that they are never separated. (Lauren & Liam)