Wakefield’s Fostering Hub Home is leading the way
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Wakefield Council has launched a brand-new fostering home, to support children as they transfer into long term care.
This special home focuses on building those important relationships between the children and carers, before being fostered. This makes care as smooth as possible and helps maintain long-term, suitable placements for the children.
“We are dedicated to improving the care system for our young people. Giving them the care and support they need when they need it most.
Our unique Foster Home Hub is an amazing place, which is helping us to move more children into long-term family placements that are right for them.”
Cllr Margaret Isherwood
Wakefield Council’s Cabinet Member for Children and Young People
There is currently a national placement shortage, and by introducing innovative solutions to residential care, we can provide new ways of supporting children when they need it most. And on top of this, fewer children will have to stay in children’s homes for a long period of time.
Children and carers alike benefit from this new style of home – with foster carers benefiting from peer support and development alongside the residential staff. Carers also have a dedicated space with residential staff where they can work together to share best practices and receive tailored support.
For more information on the Fostering Hub Home, please visit Fostering Hub Home - Wakefield Council
If you’re interested in finding out more about becoming a Fostering Hub Home carer, contact our Fostering Team at fostering@wakefield.gov.uk.