A new short film has been produced to highlight the urgent need for foster carers across Staffordshire.
Out There highlights the ways fostering can make a difference to the lives of everyone involved, from the children and young people to those who come forward to care for them.
It was launched at a special online premiere on Tuesday (12th October).
Staffordshire County Council’s fostering service is aiming to recruit a further 60 families this year and hopes the latest film will help encourage potential families to come forward.
Cllr Mark Sutton, cabinet member for children and young people, said:
“While we already have many brilliant foster carers in Staffordshire, the reality is we always need more people to open their homes and their hearts to fostering.
“We’re all excited about our latest fostering film, Out There, which is great and highlights the benefits of fostering to both the young people and to foster carers themselves.
“It’s a beautifully poignant film which really captures many of the thoughts and emotions being felt today, particularly as many people have reflected during the pandemic about their life choices and the importance of community support.
“We’re hoping that people in cities, towns and villages right across the country, share the film on social media and help encourage those thinking about fostering to get in touch with their local council.
“Our teams are standing by and are ready to help anyone interested in becoming a foster carer.”
Cllr Mark Sutton, Staffordshire County Council
A total of 34 local authorities and children’s trusts have been involved in the production of the film.
People can find out more about fostering opportunities at www.fosterforstaffordshire.co.uk.
