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Fostering films
'The Run'
The Run, our powerful new fostering film, highlights how fostering can transform a child or young person's life.
The two-minute video follows Tom, an 11-year-old who is often seen running—sometimes away from danger, sometimes because he’s late for school.
But we also see him running in a more positive light, encouraged by his foster carers. His foster family provides the stability and safety he needs, helping to change the trajectory of his life.
'Everything'
The film features a couple of time-hops, telling the stories of two people, Will and Zara (now adults) that were fostered as children by Mike and his wife. The film also shows the important role that birth children play as part of a fostering household.
‘Everything’ was developed with foster carers and people that have care experience, providing true insight into the reality of fostering.
We have four happy birth children and I wanted to share the experiences we have given them with other children who need it most
Why foster with Dorset Council?
We're focused on finding local foster carers for local children. We always try to keep children and young people within the local area and make sure siblings find a home where they can stay together.
My husband and I came into fostering in the hope we could keep siblings togethor. Can you imagine not only leaving your family but leaving your brothers and sisters too?
As a foster carer with Dorset Council you will benefit from:
One child came to us aged two and could'nt speak. He's now hugely sociable and his confidence has grown so much. Watching the children thrive is the biggest reward.
Already a registered foster carer?
If you're already a registered foster carer for another local authority or independent fostering agency and you're thinking of transferring to Dorset Council we'd be delighted to hear from you.
The transition is straight-forward, and we can fast-track you through it, you'll soon be fostering local children.