'Precious memory' storage for children in care
It is hoped the online tool will also help adults connect with the children in care
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Children in care in North Tyneside are being given the chance to store precious memories in a safe place.
The youngsters have been given access to the Virtual Memory Box; an online tool which ensures often irreplaceable mementos and photographs are less likely to be lost.
It is also aimed at helping foster carers and social workers communicate, understand and develop their relationship with young people.
North Tyneside Council said the project could benefit more than 380 children.
Julie Firth, the council's director of children's services, said: "We know, because children have told us, that supporting them to have meaningful memories of their childhood is important.
"[The project] will enable the child’s network to focus on collecting memories and helping children to understand their journey to adulthood.
"This work is part of a three-year journey to improve and develop our practice within the area of life story work and we look forward to seeing the benefits it brings."
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