Foster for East Midlands

Why Fostering Matters:

Stable Environment: Fostering provides a safe and nurturing home where children can feel secure and supported, helping them heal from past trauma and build resilience.

Emotional Support: Foster carers offer essential emotional support, guiding children through their feelings and helping them cope with life changes. This support boosts their self-esteem and mental health.

Educational Stability: A stable foster home ensures children stay in school and maintain their academic progress, which is crucial for their development.

Positive Role Models: Foster carers can teach important life skills, values, and behaviours, providing children with positive role models who inspire and guide them.

Sense of Belonging: A foster home gives children a sense of belonging and family, helping them feel valued and loved.

Access to Resources: Foster care often provides access to counselling, extracurricular activities, and healthcare, enhancing their overall well-being and opportunities.

Future Opportunities: With a supportive home, children gain confidence and skills to pursue their dreams and achieve their goals.

Ready to make a difference? Discover how you can transform a child's life by visiting fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk. Your support could be the key to a brighter future for a child in need. 💖🏡

Did you know that over 80,000 children in the UK are currently in need of a foster home?

Every one of them deserves the chance to grow up in a loving, stable environment—and you can be that life-changing person.

If you've ever thought about fostering, now is the time to act. These children need safe and supportive homes, and your kindness could shape their future for the better.

Visit fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk to learn how you can make a lasting impact. Together, we can give these children the love and security they deserve. 🏡

Come to our upcoming pop-up at Sinfin Moor Park at the 'We Are One Picnic In The Park' event this Sunday at 12.

We'd love to talk to you about fostering and the positive impact it can do for you, your family, and your community.

Feel free to learn more on our website at fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk

There are lots of myths about the fostering application process and what's involved. But it can take as little as six months to be approved as a foster carer and matched with your first child, children or young person. And we're here to help. Throughout your enquiry, application and approval journey, the Foster for East Midlands team will support you through the assessment process.

Learn more at https://fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk/become-foster-carer/how-to-become-foster-carer/

Book your spot using this link: https://secure.derby.gov.uk/forms/?formid=404

Are you thinking about Fostering but need more information?

Come along to our online fostering information event, where the Fostering Team will be available to chat with you.
Also, meet some of our foster families who can offer their personal insight.

If you would like to find out more about fostering in Derbyshire or Nottinghamshire, visit our website: https://fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk/

We are here at Sherwood Forest today celebrating Nottinghamshire day 🌳 come and Visit Sherwood Forest to join in the fun with us and hunt down some outlaws.

Upcoming Fostering Events

1. Pop-Up Fostering Event at White Post Farm
Date: Thursday, 22 August
Time: 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: White Post Farm, Farnsfield, NG22 8HL, Nottinghamshire

Discover the joys of fostering at our Pop-Up Fostering Event! Held at the delightful White Post Farm, this event is perfect for anyone interested in learning more about fostering in a relaxed, family-friendly setting. Meet current foster carers, speak with professionals, and enjoy the farm’s attractions—all while exploring how you can make a difference in a child’s life.

2. Nottinghamshire Day Celebrations at Sherwood Forest
Date: Sunday, 25 August
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Sherwood Forest, NG21 9RN, Nottinghamshire

Celebrate Nottinghamshire Day with us in the beautiful Sherwood Forest! Join our fostering team for a day of festivities, where you can learn about fostering while enjoying the vibrant local celebrations. Connect with foster carers and experts, and find out how you can contribute to your community through fostering.

3. Virtual Fostering Information Session
Date: Wednesday, 28 August
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Online via Zoom

Join us for a Virtual Fostering Information Session on Zoom! This online event is ideal for those interested in fostering but unable to attend in person. Get all your questions answered by fostering professionals and hear from experienced carers—all from the comfort of your home. Click the Zoom link to participate and learn more about starting your fostering journey.

We are at white post farm today in the jungle barn. If you see us feel free to pop along to do some animal colouring and chat to us ☺️

We have a number of upcoming online fostering events. If you are looking for more information on fostering then book your slot now using the link below!

https://secure.derby.gov.uk/forms/?formid=404

Are you thinking about Fostering but need more information? Come along to our online fostering information event, where the Fostering Team will be available to chat with you.

Join us today at the Nottingham Carnival at Victoria Embankment! Come and visit our stand to learn more about fostering and discover the rewarding journey of becoming a foster carer. Whether you have questions or are ready to take the first step, we're here to help you explore how you can make a difference in a child's life. We look forward to seeing you! 🎡🎠☀️😊

We are here at Gloworm Festival for a day of fun!

Pop along and say hi 👋🏻 and talk to us about fostering 💛

We're at Gloworm Festival in Holme Pierrepont Country Park, Nottinghamshire!! 🎪🎡 We'll be here today and tomorrow to chat with you about becoming a foster carer for your local council! Come and see us in the wellbeing area and play a game or two of connect 4 💛

There’s a child waiting for someone like you. Foster for East Midlands is seeking caring individuals to open their homes and hearts. Ready to take the next step? Visit fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk or call 03033 132950 to find out more about fostering. Your love can change lives.

We're at Moorways Sports Village in Derby today, by the café 🏊🏻‍♀️🏋🏻‍♀️ Stop by and have a chat with us about fostering for your local authority! 💙

We are at water meadows in Mansfield today 🏊‍♂️💦

Pop in for a chat and a splash!

Ever thought about fostering? Now’s the perfect time to join Foster for East Midlands and make a life-changing decision. Discover the joys of fostering and how you can help at fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk or call 03033 132950. Every child deserves a safe and loving home.

Our team is at Green Bank Leisure Centre Swadlincote today until 2 PM! Come and talk to us about fostering and learn more about the journey to becoming a foster carer. This is a great opportunity to get all your questions answered and discover how you can make a difference in a child’s life. We look forward to seeing you there! 💖

Foster for East Midlands needs compassionate individuals like you to provide loving homes for children in need. Explore fostering opportunities at fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk or give us a ring at 03033 132950. Your support can make all the difference.

Come down and see us at Cromford Mills, Derbyshire during their Comic-con event today ☀️🍦

Transform a child's life by becoming a foster carer with Foster for East Midlands! 🌟❤️ Discover the steps to start your fostering journey and make a lasting impact. Visit fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk to learn more and begin your application today.

Fostering isn't just about providing a home. It's about creating trust, offering unconditional love, and building connections. It's a beautiful journey worth taking. 🌟

[email protected]
fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk/events
03033 132950

Join a community of caring individuals dedicated to changing lives. Foster for East Midlands provides the resources and support you need to make a difference in a child's life.

[email protected]
fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk/events
03033 132950

Fostering is more than just providing a home; it's about making a profound impact on a child's life. At Foster for East Midlands, we are dedicated to supporting our foster carers every step of the way. If you have a passion for helping children and want to make a positive change, visit fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk to learn more and start your fostering application. Together, we can create brighter futures and stronger communities. 🌟❤️

We're at Gulliver's Kingdom in Matlock Bath, Derbyshire today! 🎢 🍦
Follow this link to see where you can meet our friendly team this summer https://fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk/events/ ❤️

An amazing story of the power of foster care and how it can be life-changing.

“I want to inspire others and those who may have similar experiences and promote safety and stability for all children,” said Kenny.

Born in Oklahoma, Kenny was placed in foster care after experiencing abuse and neglect. After months of moving in and out of foster homes, Kenny felt afraid for where he might end up. Thankfully, Mary met Kenny and adopted him at age 4.

Though Kenny had the stability of a permanent, loving family, as a child, he struggled with the impact of being in foster care. He had difficulty processing his emotions and trusting those around him. As a response to the experiences he had been through, he’d sometimes act out in anger or frustration.

“When I was in high school, I loved sports, but I also had a lot of feelings of insecurity and a lack of belonging,” recalled Kenny. “I always said I wanted to be an Olympian, but I think at the time, I wasn’t really thinking about what that required. I was just going through the motions.”

When Kenny discovered track and field, he unlocked a new part of himself. He finally had a way to channel his energy into a positive and productive outlet. He defied the odds and started breaking records while running track there, quickly going pro.

Most recently, he qualified for the 2024 Paris Olympics in the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay events.

In all of Kenny’s success to date, he credits his past with driving him forward.

“Every single previous version of me is still a part of me, including the trauma from my childhood. I own my past and my present,” said Kenny. “I am who I am, and I’ve achieved what I’ve achieved by buckling down and doing the really tough work — work on myself, working through emotional trauma and setbacks, and tough, hard work on the track.”

His message to those touched by foster care and adoption is one of hope.

“I want to inspire others and those who may have similar experiences and promote safety and stability for all children,” said Kenny.

Shared by Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on a child's life? By becoming a foster carer, you can provide a safe and loving home to children.

At Foster for East Midlands, we support you every step of the way. Visit fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk to learn more about the incredible journey of fostering and start your application today. Together, we can create brighter futures for our children. 🌟❤️

We're at the Derbion Community Hub today in Derby City! Pop down and see us if you'd like to talk about becoming a foster carer! We're here until 2pm 💜