Appeal for new foster carers to come forward

A new appeal has gone out to find people who could be potential foster carers in the Isle of Man.

Fostering First is holding a number of drop in sessions for anyone interested in finding out more about becoming a carer.

Staff will be on hand to give advice and information at the sessions which will be held in the following locations:

-The Children’s Centre, Douglas – May 17thbetween 3pm and 7pm.

-Laxey Working Men’s Institute, Laxey – May 22ndbetween 3pm and 7pm.

-Ballasalla Medical Centre, Ballasalla – May 24thbetween 3pm and 7pm.

Speaking to 3FM Fiona Lassen, the service manager for Fostering First, said there were many children who needed help:

Anyone interested in finding out more about becoming a foster carer should telephone 631947.

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