Our fostering events
The decision to foster is an important one. Which is why we hold regular information sessions for you to find out everything you need to know.
Drop in sessions: We hold regular drop-ins at locations across Wakefield district, no need to book, feel free to pop along and chat to one of our friendly team. You can check our upcoming dates in the table below.
Online information sessions: These last around an hour. You'll get detailed information from our social work team. You'll also get to hear from an experienced foster carer too. If you can't find any scheduled below, register for our newsletter to hear about upcoming events.
Interested in finding out more about fostering?
Our monthly newsletter is perfect for you. We'll share stories from our amazing foster carers, news and event updates too. It's a perfect way to find out more about fostering, delivered into your inbox.
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Ready to find out more about fostering? Our online information session is perfect for you.
What to expect:
- what is fostering?
- different types of fostering
- who make good foster carers
- support and training
- the process to becoming a carer
- what happens next?
- Q and A with our foster carer and social workers
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Online information session - Tuesday 20 August, 6 to 7pm
Join us for our virtual event. You'll hear from our recruitment team as well as social workers. You'll also get the chance to hear from one of our foster carers about their experience and ask them questions.
Find us out and about
| Event | Date | Time |
| A Grand Day Out, Castleford Town Centre | Friday 9 August | 10am to 4pm |
| Wakefield Pride 2024 | Sunday 11 August | TBC |