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Young Couple Opens Hearts to Fostering
21 May
Summary
- A young couple from County Durham now fosters two children.
- Fostering offers children a stable, safe, and loving environment.
- The region has approximately 6,000 children currently in care.
A couple in their thirties from County Durham are encouraging younger individuals to explore fostering, describing it as one of the best decisions for their family. Kylie and Lee, who began fostering in February 2025, now care for two young children alongside their own children, Casey (13) and James (9).
They aimed to challenge stereotypes about fostering, sharing their experience of balancing it with raising their existing children. The couple acknowledged the assessment process could feel "daunting" but understood its necessity for safeguarding vulnerable children. Lee highlighted the reward of providing children with a stable, safe, and loving home, emphasizing they become part of the family.
Foster with North East (FWNE) reports that approximately 6,000 children are currently in care across the region. FWNE aims to dispel misconceptions about who can foster, stating that commitment to providing a safe and supportive home is most crucial, regardless of background.
During Foster Care Fortnight, FWNE is raising awareness through events and landmarks lit up in pink across the region. They offer support and information to anyone with questions about fostering.
