Fostering in Durham

With a nationwide shortage of foster carers, we’re asking the people of the North East to consider changing young people’s lives through fostering.

We’re looking to recruit carers from all areas of County Durham, including: Durham City, Chester-le-Street, Consett, Bishop Auckland, Stanley, Ferryhill, Crook, Darlington, Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees.

Become a foster carer with Fostering People

If you’re interested in becoming a foster carer, you’ll need to decide which fostering agency is right for you. At Fostering People, we’re committed to providing the best possible outcomes for children and young people. We achieve this through the local support and training that we provide for our foster carers. 

We believe that by equipping you with the right tools you’ll need to foster and excellent support that’s close to where you live, we can work together to make a real difference in children’s lives.

Find out more about fostering in Durham

Taking the first step on your journey towards becoming a foster carer can be daunting.

If you’d like to find out more, take a look at our fostering information pages where you’ll find lots of help and advice to allow you to make an informed decision about fostering.  

Could you foster in Durham?