Foster families wanted to make a difference

East Renfrewshire Council is calling on more people in the area to become foster carers.

They’ve launched an advertising campaign designed to encourage more people to get involved.

The campaign will see posters displayed on billboards, at bus stops and across social media platforms showcasing the life-changing difference that fostering can make to a child or young person.

The fostering team at East Renfrewshire Council is hoping to attract a range of support including carers who could offer regular short breaks, interim carers or longer term carers.

Councillor Katie Pragnell, convener for health and social care at East Renfrewshire Council, said:“The impact a foster family can have on a child cannot be overstated.

“They’re not simply providing a safe space, they’re fostering a child’s personal development at one of the most crucial and sensitive times of their life. This not only provides joy for the child, but also to the foster family.

“If you have ever thought about fostering then now is the time to find out more because we are in real need of more people to help us take care of our young people and children.”

Councillor Pragnell added: “Fostering is hugely rewarding.

“You are contributing to the life of an incredible youngster whose life can be changed by your nurturing support. “We need carers from all walks of life. “You can be single, LGBQT+, retired or even a young adult yourself.

“We are also looking for people of all ethnicities, faiths and religions.”

Anyone interested in finding out more about becoming a foster carer can contact fost@eastrenfrewshire. gov.uk