Get the latest news, events and information about fostering with Essex County Council.
Becoming a foster carer is your opportunity to change a child's life
Looked after children need kind, patient foster carers to help them heal and reach their full potential. Join hundreds of families and start fostering with Essex County Council. We're only a phone call away.
Every child deserves the magic of Christmas
"When the boys arrived, they didn’t believe in Father Christmas. They believed they were ‘too naughty for Christmas presents’, which was heartbreaking from a six-year-old."
Foster carers Sheila and Paul share how they brought Christmas to life for their foster children, for the first time. Read their fostering story here.
We’re only a phone call away
We know that fostering is a big decision. We're here to help.
Have a chat with our friendly team about how fostering works. You’re not committing to anything, it's a chance to ask questions and learn more.
Transfer from a fostering agency
If you're already a foster carer, you could start fostering for Essex in as little as 12 weeks. Have a confidential chat with our team today.
