The national campaign, led by The Fostering Network, aims to recognise and celebrate the vital contribution children of foster carers make to fostering families across the UK. These young individuals play a crucial role in helping children and young people arriving in care feel welcomed, safe, and integrated into the family unit.
Through their kindness, understanding, and willingness to share their homes, children of foster carers help create supportive environments where children in care can settle and begin to build trust. Their involvement is key to fostering positive experiences for all.
Isla, daughter of foster carer Amy, shared her perspective, stating that fostering has become a natural part of her life. She described the excitement her family feels when preparing to welcome a new child, saying, "We all just get excited because we love having new children come into our house. We help get the clothes, the right toys and set up the room for how old they are."
Councillor Paul Hezelgrave, Lead Cabinet Member for Fostering for the East Midlands, emphasised the importance of these young people. "Children of foster carers are often unsung heroes of fostering," he stated. "They share their homes, their family life and their time to help children in care feel welcomed and valued."
Councillor Hezelgrave added, "During Children of Foster Carers' Week, we want to recognise and thank these remarkable young people for the compassion, patience and understanding they show every day. Their contribution helps change lives and makes fostering stronger for everyone involved."
For more information about fostering or how it may affect your family, visit the Foster for East Midlands webpage or call 03033 132 950.
