Our enquiry team can discuss ways fostering can fit in with your own career and family. Call or email us today to learn more.
When you foster with Essex County Council, you join a community of like-minded people. Rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted, our fostering team are on hand to help you.
You’re never alone if you foster with Essex County Council
There’s a whole network of passionate, dedicated foster carers in Essex ready to welcome you. You’ll have networks you can tap into to learn from people who’ve been there before. Make friends, share experiences, and grow your confidence.
Transfer to us
If you're an approved foster carer looking for a change, our team are here to help you. Our dedicated transfer team will confidentially support you, until you're ready to take the leap.
“They’re not foster children, they’re children. They just want parents, a family and to be treated like any other child. They deserve a home, happiness and the same opportunities as anybody else.”