Life Books

What is a Life Book? A Life Book is an informal record of the people and events in the childs life while they are in care. Life Books give children a sense of personal history and continuity. Who is required to have a Life Book? Every child who is likely to remain in care for more than six months has a Life Book. It is jointly maintained by the childs social worker, the child, and the caregiver/s. The foster parent will usually look after the book. When a child leaves care, the Life Book is given to him/her. Consider keeping a photo album or scrapbook for mementos and activities for children in respite care or in your home briefly to commemorate their time with you. If children stay in care longer than expected, you will have a good start on their Life Book and their story will have continuity. What goes into a Life Book? These are some items that might be included in a child or youths Life Book: Pictures of the child, including dates Pictures and mementos from/with biological family Pictures and names of foster family, friends, and pets Report cards, school products or projects Certificates of achievement, awards, badges, and ribbons Letters from friends and relatives Souvenirs from trips, concerts, and sporting events Stories, letters, and drawings by the child What next? FPSS Society provides Life Book workshops in many areas and has templates available. To find out about this training, or to get some suggestions, examples, or hands on help, contact your local coordinator.

Foster parents

Call (250) 618-8327, or use the website.

Phone

(250) 618-8327

Website

https://fpsss.com/services-programs/lifebooks/