10 Jersey teenagers looking for foster homes in the island

Islanders are being encouraged to consider fostering teenagers in Jersey.

This is part of a campaign from the Government of Jersey called 'Time for Teens'. 

10 teenagers in Jersey are currently in need of a foster placement in the island - according to Children and Families Minister Robert Vibert.

Constable Vibert tells us why he's pushing for people to consider fostering teens in particular: 

"It's often more difficult to find foster carers for teenage children, many people want to foster a younger child. That's why it is so important because a very important part of a child's life is their teenage years and having a caring family around, is the best possible outcome for them.

"We would like to see more children with foster carers and fewer care homes. I think care homes are not the last resort, but as younger people are more popular with foster carers, I think we really need to give our teenage children a chance."

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The fostering team are staging three pop-up information sessions at the Santander Work café this week, for Islanders who may be interested:

• Wednesday 17 April between 11.30 am and 2.30 pm

• Thursday 18 April between 11.30 am and 2.30 pm

• Friday 19 April between 11.30 am and 2.30 pm

There will also be a virtual information evening on Thursday, 18 April at 5.30 pm.

Islanders can register by emailing fosteringandadoption@health.gov.je.