THE CHILDRENS services body in Reading has launched a new campaign to encourage fostering.
Brighter Futures for Children, the organisation which provides fostering services on behalf of Reading Borough Council, has announced the launch of 12 Days of Christmas.
The campaign will explore different aspects of fostering, including the qualities that make somebody a suitable foster carer, the benefits of fostering, and busting myths about the system.
BFfC is posting to social media through until Christmas Eve as part of the campaign, asking those who are able to be able to consider fostering.
Di Smith, Board Chair of BFfC, said: “Christmas is a time for giving and I cannot think of many better gifts than providing a vulnerable child or young person with a safe, loving home.
“Friends and family are particularly in our thoughts at this time of year but sadly there are children who will not be experiencing the magic and joy of Christmas they deserve.
“We need more foster carers in Reading to ensure vulnerable Reading children can stay close to their families and friends.”
She also encouraged those who can to help in preparation for next Christmas: “If you enquire about fostering with us now, you could be giving a child or young person their best ever Christmas next year.”
