Our fostering information events

Thinking about fostering? Not sure where to start?

Our information events are the perfect first step. Whether you’d prefer to join online from home or meet us in person, these sessions are designed to give you a real insight into fostering with Cumbria:

Watch a short presentation about fostering with our service (online only)
Learn about the support, training, and different types of foster care we offer
Find out what the approval process looks like
Hear directly from experienced foster carers
Ask us any questions you may have

Wherever you are on your fostering journey – just starting to think about it, or ready to take the next step – we’d love you to join us.

Upcoming events

Wednesday 29 July - Visit our information stand at North Lonsdale Agricultural Show (Ulverston) from 10am onwards. The show is located at Lindal Cote Farm, Lindal, LA12 0TG.
Wednesday 5 August - Visit our information stand at Cartmel Show, Cartmel Racecourse, from 10am onwards, and speak to our friendly team and carers.
Sunday 30 August - Visit our stand at Whitehaven Pride by the Harbourside from 10am onwards and and speak to our friendly team and carers.
Saturday 26 September - Visit our stand at Cumbria Pride LGBT+ Information Market, city centre Carlisle and speak to our friendly team and carers.

Get in touch

If you're thinking about fostering then we'd love to help.