Foster Carers praised by Council

Lord Mayor of Armagh Garath Keating welcomes Foster Carers to a reception at The Palace Armagh

A reception to recognise the invaluable contribution of Southern Trust Foster Carers has been hosted by Garath Keating, Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough (ABC) Council.

The event held on Care Day, Friday February 17, was aimed at recognising the central role foster carers play in providing stable, caring homes for vulnerable children and young people whilst also raising awareness of the need for more foster carers.

Garath Keating, ABC Council Lord Mayor said: “Foster carers play an extremely important role in our local communities, providing invaluable opportunity, support and protection for many young people across our region. Foster carers are special people who often offer themselves and their homes unreservedly to help ensure that young people have sufficient emotional support and stability in order that they can develop and reach their full potentials.