How Fostering Unites People

Fostering children and young people is already very diverse. What we find is that those that come into the care system are within a diverse pool of people from all different walks of life, races, religion, and ethnicities.

There are multiple circumstances that mean someone enters the foster care system, and each case is treated equally. We follow the same approach when recruiting for foster carers removing any barriers or stereotypes to fostering.

Our fourth value is to ‘Respect Difference’.

At Footprints Foster Care, we believe that the world would be a very boring place if we were all the same! Why is this the case?

Well, once we embed a culture of difference, we can promote a safe space where everyone feels valued. The support groups that we offer are a great example of this, where all carers come together to share ideas and situations.

An extract from a carer shines a perfect light on this saying that,

” Every child wants someone who loves them and believes in them, someone who makes them feel safe and secure. “

We break down the misconception of the ‘perfect’ foster family respecting that everyone lives their lives differently.

So when you apply to become a foster carer, Footprints Foster Care are always open minded to understanding your fit to fostering, regardless of your background or way of life.

No matter where you come from, your background or way of life, if you can provide a safe and secure environment for a child or young person, we would love to hear from you!