New Campaign Aims to Promote the Benefits of Foster Parenting

For Megan Burnside and Randy Campbell, foster parenting is not only about the positive impact they can have on a child’s life, but also about the meaningful ways that child can enrich their own. 

A new campaign from the province aims to attract new foster families and respite providers.

Launched today, Every Open Door Fosters Futures focuses not only on the positive impacts foster families can have on children in need, but also on the benefits to the family providing care.

Right now, there are 86 foster families active on the Island. Of these, 51 are available to accept full-time placements. Approximately 70 children are living in full-time foster care, while approximately 40 children reside in 9 group homes located throughout the province. 

While foster homes and provincially run group homes each play an important role in supporting children in care, foster homes often offer a more personalized and family-like environment.

Media contact:
Andrew Sprague
Department of Social Development and Seniors
asgsprague@gov.pe.ca