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Agency Report Quarter 3 – Fostering 1 October – 31 December 2017 CPP
Meeting: 05/03/2018 - CORPORATE PARENTING PANEL (Item 46)
46 Agency Report Quarter 3 – Fostering 1 October – 31 December 2017 PDF 103 KB
To consider a report outlining the activity in the Fostering Service from 1 October to 31 December 2017.
Minutes:
The Panel considered a report outlining the activity in the Fostering Service from 1 October to 31 December 2017.
Points and comments included:
· The Fostering Service was advertised in various ways such as social media, press coverage of events, bulletins, newsletters and advertisements. Discussions took place with the Communications team on a regular basis to review ways of communication and the promotion of the Service.
· Suggestions on raising awareness of the Fostering Service in the community and expanding the diversity of foster carers were welcomed such as ward surgeries held by Councillors.
· The aging population of foster carers was both a national and local issue. Greater focus was needed on the recruitment of younger foster carers.
· The geographical areas in Central Bedfordshire where foster carers were required had been identified and targeted recruitment would take place would place.
NOTED
the Fostering Agency Quarter 3 Report.
RESOLVED
that Mr P Fraser, Partnership and Community Engagement be contacted regarding the promotion of the Fostering Service through town and parish council networks.