We are proud to share that we have been a part of a national partnership between over 100 local authority organisations to produce a co-funded fostering film, aiming to recruit new foster carers across the country.
Our commitment to finding local foster carers to help us facilitate the best outcomes for our local children runs deep, so have a watch of the film below and read on to find out more.
Enjoy our brand new film, ‘Everything’
The film
‘Everything’ is a short film highlighting the huge impact that foster carers have on the children in their care, and how the time they commit to caring for a child or young person, no matter how long or short, has a ripple effect on their lives, which carries them far into their future and shapes who they are.
In Plymouth, we have seen plenty of examples of our cared-for young people and foster carers maintaining contact far down the line, with foster carers being invited to weddings of adults they once cared for as children, carers meeting the children of adults they once cared for, and various other milestones which are simply heartwarming.
The film highlights the importance of remembering the little things, with Mike remembering Zara’s favourite way to eat a burger, and Chris and Will reminiscing on a camping trip that they bonded on – highlighting how valuable those relationships are between foster children and the children of foster carers. The film perfectly showcases how your commitment as a foster carer can shape futures.Â
The need in Plymouth
In Plymouth, we have 521 children and young people under the care of the authority, but only 109 fostering families to provide a loving home to these children (current to 10/10/24). Your commitment could make a world of difference. There is a type of foster caring that can suit everyone, and you can read all about them here. As long ad you’re over the age of 21, have a spare room in your home, and room in your heart to support a child or young person, you can foster and make a difference.
To find out more, please leave your details below. You aren’t committing to anything, but we’re here to help guide you and ensure you have all the information you need!