Young people who are within, or have recently left, the care system in Wirral said thank you to that special someone who they feel has made a massive difference in their lives over this past year.
Mark Palios, chairman and co-owner of Tranmere Rovers FC, describes the benefits of his life changing experience in foster care and how it created a ripple effect, leading to his success over the years.
Foster care is at the heart of our communities, enabling children to stay local, close to everything that is familiar to them. This Foster Care Fortnight we want to celebrate all that the fostering community does to ensure children are cared for and supported to thrive.
Gareth and Wendy have been fostering for nearly nine years. Already parents themselves, the couple wanted to foster as their two sons had grown up and they had room to spare.
Wirral Council’s foster families have enjoyed a fun filled activity morning at Birkenhead Park. The event was full of chocolate, easter arts and crafts, games and more. It was an opportunity for foster carers and children who are looked after to connect, support each other and swap stories.
This Foster Care Fortnight we're sharing the reasons why some of our remarkable foster carers decided to open their heart and home to a child or young person.
