Liverpool City Council Fostering Service

Seen lots about fostering during ? Take the next step 👇

If you’ve been thinking about fostering but aren’t sure where to start, our friendly drop-ins are the perfect place to begin.

Come along for an informal, relaxed chat with Fostering Phil – who has real experience of both fostering and adoption. No pressure, no presentations – just honest conversations and the chance to get your questions answered.

📍 Pop in, have a brew, and find out what fostering could look like for you.

✨ 27th May, Central Library, 11-1pm
✨ 28th May, The Reader Cafe at Calderstones, 11.30-1.30pm
✨ 2nd June, Liverpool Women's Hospital, 11.30-1.30pm
✨ 4th June, Childwall Library, 10-12pm

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We were delighted to come together with our fostering families at Clubmoor & Croxteth Childrens Centre at the end of Foster Care Fortnight 2026 💙

The morning was filled with light hearted fun, including quiz questions, bingo, plenty of cake and refreshments—alongside lots of opportunity to catch up, share experiences and enjoy time together.

It was wonderful to see foster carers connecting, supporting one another and taking a well earned moment to relax, with some lucky winners taking home raffle prizes and our bingo prize 🎁

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the event such a special celebration of our fostering community 💙

“Foster care changes lives— not just for children, but for everyone involved. Having grown up in a fostering household, I’ve seen first-hand the difference it makes. It’s something I’ve carried with me into my career, and it continues to inspire me every day.”

Paul is a Team Manager within our Support and Supervision service, leading a team who provide essential day-to-day support to foster carers. From offering guidance through challenges to celebrating achievements, Paul and his team are dedicated to ensuring carers feel confident, supported and valued 💙

Fostering is close to Paul’s heart—his mum still fosters today, and his lived experience continues to shape the compassion and understanding he brings to his role.

‘’I want to raise awareness of fostering and highlight the crucial role foster carers play in the lives of children and families’’

Caroline is a Deputy Team Manager in our Support and Supervision team, providing day-to-day support to foster carers.

Whether it’s celebrating the small wins, offering a listening ear, or helping navigate difficult days, Caroline and her team are always there—making sure foster carers never feel alone 💙

“I’m proud to stand behind Foster Care Fortnight—because every child deserves a safe, stable place to belong. Together, we can make a lasting difference.”

Phill is a Team Manager in our Fostering Recruitment Team. He oversees the assessment and approval of new foster carers, supporting his team to guide applicants through every step of the process, from initial enquiry to approval 💙

This , our fostering and children’s services teams are coming together to show their support for the incredible people who make a difference every single day 💙

Our foster carers provide safe, loving homes and transform young lives in ways that truly matter. We are so proud to stand alongside you and celebrate everything you do.

Thank you for your dedication, kindness and commitment—the difference you make is amazing 💫

This is Fostering ✨

🧡 It’s helping children feel safe.
⚖️ It’s stability when life feels uncertain.
☺️ It’s sharing smiles and laughter.
🥰 It’s being there when it matters most.

This Foster Care Fortnight, we’re celebrating Liverpool’s amazing fostering community — and inviting anyone who’s ever thought about fostering to take that first step.

You don’t have to be perfect — you just have to care.
www.fostering.liverpool.gov.uk

👋 Welcome to our fostering community, Sue and Paul!

We’re delighted to welcome Sue and Paul as new short breaks foster carers. They’ll be providing one weekend a month care to support a child with additional needs — giving families vital breathing space and children positive experiences.

Sue told us - “We didn’t even know short breaks fostering was a thing — now we can’t wait to get started."

“We want to give children time, patience and opportunities families might struggle to offer day to day.”

Their story shows how fostering can fit around family life while making a real difference.

👉 Read Sue and Paul’s story: https://bit.ly/4upkOTP

Foster Care Fortnight starts today 💙

Across Liverpool, we’re celebrating our past present and future foster carers!

This year’s theme, ‘This is Fostering’, shines a light on what fostering really looks like — the everyday moments, the challenges, and the life‑changing impact it has on children and young people.

Foster care can provide stability, security and compassion when a child’s world feels uncertain. It can be a turning point — helping them feel safe, supported, and able to thrive.

✨ And the truth is — there’s no such thing as a “typical” foster carer.

People from all walks of life foster, and there are many ways to get involved, including flexible options like short breaks and part‑time care.

If you’ve ever thought about fostering — this could be your time.

👉 Find out more: https://fostering.liverpool.gov.uk
👉 Start a conversation: https://fostering.liverpool.gov.uk/events/

Just one decision could change a child’s life — and yours.