Could you change a child’s life?

As you support your own children through these changes, would you ever consider fostering? Right now, children across Gloucestershire need safe, stable and caring foster homes. Without enough local foster carers, some children may have to move away from the schools, friends and communities that are important to them.

We’re not looking for perfect people, we need the qualities that children in care need most: patience, encouragement, understanding and care. These are the things that can make a lasting difference to a child’s future.

Fostering can be rewarding for your whole family. Foster carers discover strengths and skills they didn’t know they had, and their children develop empathy, resilience and compassion. And you won’t be alone – Gloucestershire County Council provides generous payment, comprehensive training and 24/7 local support.

If you’ve ever wondered whether fostering could be right for your family, now is the perfect time to talk to our friendly team and find out!

Call 01242 532654, text FOSTER to 60060 or visit www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/fostering