A COUNCIL needs more foster carers to provide homes to looked after children.
Councillors will next week hear how Durham County Council’s fostering service has seen an increase in the number of potential foster placements but that the number of children in care continues to outstrip that supply.
A report to Cabinet, on December 14, will set out priorities for the service over the next year including recruiting more foster carers so children can stay in the area and developing its Foster Xtra scheme that supports children with complex needs.
Margaret Whellans, corporate director of children and young people’s services, said: “Our foster carers tell us that nothing gives the same feeling of love and warmth as fostering and by working with us you could make an enormous difference to a child’s life.
“You don’t need any special qualifications-just a genuine interest in caring for young people, patience, understanding and a sense of humour.”
Training and support will be given, for information visit durham.gov.uk/fostering
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