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

Tuesday 12 May - Come along to our information stand at Penrith Library during Foster Care Fortnight 2026 between 12pm and 2pm and speak to our friendly team and carers about fostering. No need to book, just come along.
Wednesday 13 May - Come along to our information stand at Kendal Library during Foster Care Fortnight 2026 between 12pm and 1pm and speak to our friendly team and carers about fostering. No need to book, just come along.
Tuesday 19 May - Come along to our information stand at Workington Library during Foster Care Fortnight 2026 between 12pm and 2pm and speak to our friendly team and carers about fostering. No need to book, just come along.
Wednesday 20 May - Join our online information event during Foster Care Fortnight 2026 from 6pm to 7pm from the comfort of your home. We will run through a short presentation before answering any questions you may have. To register for our event visit our event booking page.
Saturday 23 May - Come along to our information stand at Furness Pride in Barrow Park during Foster Care Fortnight 2026 from 12pm onwards and speak to our friendly team and carers about fostering. No need to book, just come along.
Wednesday 17 June - Join our virtual Homestays information event from 12pm to 1pm from the comfort of your home. Could you support a young person, aged 16 to 21, leaving care to move towards independence? Our Homestays hosts provide a safe home, everyday guidance and the support of a trusted adult as young people move toward independence. Hear directly from a Homestays provider, and get your questions answered. To register for our event visit our event booking page.

Get in touch

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