Fostering in Nottinghamshire

14/09/2026

💛 Every child deserves to feel like they belong.
To laugh around the dinner table.
To celebrate birthdays.
To have someone who asks how their day was and listens to the answer.
Children come into foster care through no fault of their own, but with the right support, they can thrive.
By opening your home and your heart, you could help a child build confidence, create happy memories and look forward to the future.
💛 Could you help a child feel they belong? Book an Information Event with us and learn more here: https://fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk/events/

💛 Every child deserves to feel like they belong.

To laugh around the dinner table.

To celebrate birthdays.

To have someone who asks how their day was and listens to the answer.

Children come into foster care through no fault of their own, but with the right support, they can thrive.

By opening your home and your heart, you could help a child build confidence, create happy memories and look forward to the future.

💛 Could you help a child feel they belong? Book an Information Event with us and learn more here: https://fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk/events/

10/09/2026

💛 "A simple haircut can change how a child sees themselves."
For Debbie, short term fostering is about helping children feel safe, valued and supported through everyday moments.
Whether it's building confidence, encouraging a new hobby or simply providing a consistent routine, those small moments can make a lasting difference to a child experiencing change.
Could you help a local child feel supported when they need it most? Even a short term stay makes the biggest difference for a child who needs it.
Join one of our free Information Events to learn more about fostering, meet the team and ask any questions in a relaxed, no-obligation setting.
📅 Find out more at one of our information events:
🌐 fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk/events
📧 [email protected]
📞 03033 132950

09/09/2026

💙 Could you be a giant in a foster child’s life?
Giants are people we look up to – people who teach us what it means to live, grow and believe in ourselves.
Being a giant doesn’t mean being a superhero. It means being there, providing a safe space, listening and caring.
🏡 Could you be the person a child in need is waiting for?
Find out more about fostering with Foster for East Midlands Councils:
📞 03033 132 950

08/09/2026

💙 “Just go for it.”
Nikki has been fostering with Derbyshire County Council for over a year and says it has been one of the most rewarding things she’s ever done.
🎥 Watch Nikki’s video to hear about her fostering journey, what she enjoys most and why she encourages others to consider fostering.
👉 Read Nikki’s full story: https://fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk/.../nikkis-fostering...
Could you make a difference to a child’s life?
Find out more visit Foster for East Midlands web page or call 03033 132950

07/09/2026

Fostering is a team effort, and you'll be supported every step of the way.
One of the biggest misconceptions about fostering is that you're left to figure everything out by yourself.
The reality is very different.
As a foster carer, you'll receive:
💛 Full training
💛 Ongoing development
💛 A dedicated support team
💛 Advice whenever you need it
If support has been one of the reasons you've hesitated, why not have a conversation with us and find out what's really available?
Join an Information Event today

Fostering is a team effort, and you'll be supported every step of the way.

One of the biggest misconceptions about fostering is that you're left to figure everything out by yourself.

The reality is very different.

As a foster carer, you'll receive:
💛 Full training
💛 Ongoing development
💛 A dedicated support team
💛 Advice whenever you need it

If support has been one of the reasons you've hesitated, why not have a conversation with us and find out what's really available?

Join an Information Event today! https://fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk/events/

03/09/2026

What is short-term fostering? 💛
Short-term fostering provides a safe, caring home for children and young people who are unable to live with their birth family for a period of time.
Placements can last from just a few days up until a permanent place is found, depending on each child's circumstances.
Some children return home once the right support is in place, while others move to long-term foster care, live with relatives or are adopted.
Every child's journey is different, but short-term foster carers provide reassurance, routine and a welcoming home while plans are made for the future.
If you've ever wondered whether fostering could be right for you, why not come along to one of our Information Events? You'll have the opportunity to ask questions, meet the team and find out what's involved, with no obligation to continue.
📅 Find out more at one of our Information Events:
🌐 fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk/events
📧 [email protected]
📞 03033 132950

What is short-term fostering? 💛

Short-term fostering provides a safe, caring home for children and young people who are unable to live with their birth family for a period of time.

Placements can last from just a few days up until a permanent place is found, depending on each child's circumstances.

Some children return home once the right support is in place, while others move to long-term foster care, live with relatives or are adopted.

Every child's journey is different, but short-term foster carers provide reassurance, routine and a welcoming home while plans are made for the future.

If you've ever wondered whether fostering could be right for you, why not come along to one of our Information Events? You'll have the opportunity to ask questions, meet the team and find out what's involved, with no obligation to continue.

📅 Find out more at one of our Information Events:

🌐 fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk/events
📧 [email protected]
📞 03033 132950

02/09/2026

💙 A foster child in your community needs your support.
There may be someone out there who thinks fostering isn’t for them. But before you count yourself out, come and talk to our fostering team and discover how you could be that someone for a child in need.
📞 Contact Foster for East Midlands Councils on 03033 132 950 and find out how you could make a difference

01/09/2026

💙 Meet Dianne, a foster carer with eight years of experience.
From emergency short breaks and teenagers to providing a long-term home for siblings, Dianne’s fostering journey has been varied and rewarding.
In her video, she shares what fostering has meant to her and why seeing a child flourish makes it all worthwhile.
🎥 Watch Dianne’s story 👇 and read more about her fostering journey 👉 https://fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk/.../diannes...
Could you make a difference to a child’s life? Find out more about fostering with Foster for East Midlands Councils, call 03033 132 950

28/08/2026

Summer isn't over yet, and you can still find us out and about!😊
Have you ever thought about fostering and want to find out more?
You can find us in our pop-up area at these upcoming events!
🏙️Find us out and about:
- Saturday 5 September, 11am to 4pm
Tapton Lock Festival, Chesterfield, S41 7JB
- Saturday 12 September, 12pm to 5pm
Derby Pride, Markeaton Park, Derby
(Entry fees apply to the event)
- Sunday 13 September, 12pm to 5pm
Mela in the Park, Wollaton Hall, Nottingham, NG8 2AE
(Entry fees apply to the event)
Can’t make it this time?
Check out more of our upcoming events 👇
https://fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk/events/
You can call us to find out more about becoming a foster carer on 03033 132 950 See less

Summer isn't over yet, and you can still find us out and about!😊

Have you ever thought about fostering and want to find out more?

You can find us in our pop-up area at these upcoming events!
🏙️Find us out and about:
- Saturday 5 September, 11am to 4pm
Tapton Lock Festival, Chesterfield, S41 7JB

- Saturday 12 September, 12pm to 5pm
Derby Pride, Markeaton Park, Derby
(Entry fees apply to the event)

- Sunday 13 September, 12pm to 5pm
Mela in the Park, Wollaton Hall, Nottingham, NG8 2AE
(Entry fees apply to the event)

Can’t make it this time?
Check out more of our upcoming events 👇
https://fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk/events/
You can call us to find out more about becoming a foster carer on 03033 132 950

27/08/2026

💙 Could you open your door to a child who needs you?
For a child who needs a safe and caring home, opening your door could open the way to something much bigger – security, belonging and a brighter future.
You don’t need to be perfect to foster. You just need the space in your home and in your life to care.
🏡 Could fostering be for you?
Find out more about fostering with your local council:
fosterforeastmidlands.org.uk
📞 03033 132 950