New fostering project launches across the East Midlands

A new project aiming to find foster families for young refugees is being launched digitally today.

Place to Call Home is a partnership between councils across the East Midlands, led by Leicestershire County Council, seeking to recruit 40 foster carers and supported lodgings providers across the region.

The digital launch will take place at 10am today and feature details of the new regional campaign.

Deborah Taylor, cabinet member for children and families said: "There are many reasons why a young person may have been unsafe in their home country. The things they may have experienced, alongside arriving in a new country alone, without family or support, can be terribly frightening.

“We are very proud to be leading this project, and hope to find kind, caring and generous foster carers to care for and support these young people and offer them a place to call home.

“I would encourage anyone who feels they have the necessary skills or experience to foster to get in touch with the team and find out more about how the role could change the lives and futures of young refugees.”