voice of vision

The county council is urgently seeking new foster carers.

Some of our dedicated foster carers gave their thoughts on what it means to them:

Ian says:

“It’s only when you start putting the theory into practice, once children are placed with you, that you start to realise what a challenging, emotional and fulfilling role you have taken on.

“It has been hard work but my word, the sense of achievement we feel and the pride we have in the lads we foster cannot be measured. To us, fostering has been the most wonderful experience and we wouldn’t swap places for anything.”

Marcia says:

“If you like children, and you like to feel you’re doing something that’s really useful, then I’d really recommend fostering. It isn’t something you rush into, but once you’ve begun, you’ll be really glad you did, and there is plenty of help if you need it.”

Sylvia says:

“You have to know what you’re going into, but it is very rewarding. Sometimes children or babies are very distressed when they arrive and it’s great to see the difference in them.”

Liz (a former fostered child) says:

“I have many happy memories of being in foster care. I have been on holidays and always had a good time, and I still go on holiday with my ex-foster mum and my own children.

“I have had loads of happy times. Soon after moving in I felt part of the family and wanted to call her ‘mum’ because it felt so natural.”

If you’re interested in finding out whether you might be the person to help a child, call our friendly fostering recruitment team on 0800 195 1183.

View our short video to find out more about foster care.