Our efforts to recruit and retain foster carers are beginning to reverse years of decline, creating more opportunities for vulnerable children to grow up in safe, loving family homes close to their communities. The Fostering Task Group report, which was discussed by members of the Children’s Scrutiny Committee on 8 October 2026, highlights encouraging progress […]

With 284 foster homes in Devon and at a time when fostering remains a key priority, it’s important to recognise and celebrate the vital role played by families of foster carers during Children of Foster Carers Week from 12 – 18 October 2026. Watch our short video of Kim and Brody, a Devon foster family. […]