Empty Nesters Encourage Foster Care

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Empty nesters 'not too old' to become foster carers

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Empty nesters say they have "a huge amount to offer" to foster children.

Sharon and Allan 's first question was: "Am I too old?" The Fostering Network says there is a shortage of foster carers in England .

Minister for Children and Families Janet Daby has urged empty nesters to consider fostering.

In Spring Statement, chancellor announced 25 m over two years to recruit 400 more foster families in England .

Fostering Network's chief executive Sarah Thomas agreed more carers were "desperately needed" The children's minister recognised the impact foster carers have on breaking down barriers to opportunity and nurturing some of our most vulnerable children.

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