Fostering

Make a difference to a child's life

Thurrock Council Foster Carers living in Thurrock are exempt from paying council tax.

Join us at our fostering events

Whether you're an experienced foster carer or interested in fostering for the first time, you can find out more at one of our online events using Microsoft Teams. After a short presentation you'll have a chance to speak with our foster carers and our friendly team. We'll send you a link when you register by email to say which date you'd like to attend:

  • Tuesday 16 April, 10am to midday
  • Monday 29 April, 6pm to 8pm
  • Friday 3 May, 10am to midday

You can also join us in person for a presentation and chat at Committee Room 1 of the Town Hall, part of our Civic Offices on the corner of High Street and New Road, Grays, RM17 6SL:

  • Thursday 16 May, 10am to midday
Fostering team

: 0800 652 1256 (freephone)

: fostering.adoption@thurrock.gov.uk

I'm interested in fostering