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This is Fostering: Sefton Celebrates Carers and Calls for More to Step Forward
Across Sefton, hundreds of foster carers open their homes to provide love, stability, and care to children and young people in need. However, many more foster carers are urgently needed to ensure every child can be matched with the right home for their individual...
Sefton Proud to Be a Fostering Friendly Employer
We’re excited to announce that Sefton Council has been awarded Fostering Friendly accreditation by national charity The Fostering Network. This recognition reflects our commitment to supporting employees who foster and those interested in becoming foster carers....
Let’s Chat About Fostering – The Foster4 Podcast
Launched in October, Let’s Chat About Fostering is the Foster4 podcast series created to inform, inspire and open up honest conversations about fostering with Local Authorities across Cheshire and Merseyside. Since its launch, the podcast has been sharing real...
The Run- A fostering film
The Run is our newest fostering film, created in collaboration with over 90 local authority fostering services. the film follows Tom, an 11-year-old boy with a natural talent for running and a challenging start in life. Tom's Story The film follows Tom, an 11-year-old...
Sefton Council joins Foster4
Sefton Council is excited to announce it has joined Foster4, a pioneering foster carer recruitment hub working across Cheshire and Merseyside to find more foster carers for local children who need safe, loving homes. Foster4 is a collaboration between nine...
Is 2025 the Year You Become a Foster Carer?
Sefton Council Calls on You to Make a Life-Changing Resolution We’re issuing a heartfelt appeal to our residents: consider becoming a foster carer in 2025 and make a life-changing difference in your community. The need for foster carers in Sefton has never been...
Foster Walk 2025
As part of this year’s Foster Carer Fortnight celebrations, our fostering community cam together for Foster Walk 2025. Enjoying sunshine, fresh sea air, and plenty of good company along the stunning Sefton coastline. Foster carers and members of our team set...
SO… WHAT’S NEXT?
Explore the Fostering Journey – Curious about the steps to become a foster carer? Our detailed guide will walk you through every stage of the fostering process. From the initial inquiry to welcoming a child into your home. Frequently Asked Questions – Still got questions? We’ve got answers! Dive into our FAQ section to find the answers to the most common queries you may have. FAQ’s Ready to take the next steps or just want to discuss how fostering could work for you? Please get in touch with us today.
