Kinship Care Week (5 – 11 October 2026) is a time to shine a light on the vital role of kinship carers – relatives and friends who step up to raise a child when their parents are unable to.
Bridge foster scheme is a brand-new scheme where carers provide short‑term, emergency homes for children aged 0–18 for a minimum of 72 hours up to 28 days.
New Mockingbird Hubs have been launched across Staffordshire, expanding support networks for foster families and helping provide stable, nurturing environments for children in care.
Staffordshire County Council is looking for more Specialist Resilience Foster Carers to provide intensive support and stable homes for children and young people with complex needs.
