Fostering news

The inspiring stories of a Whitehaven kinship care family and a Barrow couple who became special guardians for a little boy they previously fostered are among those being celebrated as Cumbria marks Kinship Care Week 2026 and recognises the vital role kinship carers and special guardians play in children's lives.

This January, Cumbria Fostering is launching a county-wide initiative to challenge the misconceptions that prevent potential carers from stepping forward.

If you’ve ever thought about fostering but aren’t quite sure where to begin, attending a Cumbria Fostering information event is the perfect first step.