Meet the foster carers

Over the years we have helped lots of different people from varied backgrounds foster children in Somerset. The families featured here have very kindly shared their stories with us.

Please note: the majority of the photos are of real foster carers but we do use stock photos when a foster carer does not want to be photographed.

Amanda & Steve

Meet Amanda and Steve, dedicated foster carers with a big family and even bigger hearts. With five birth children, their home has always been full of life and they’ve welcomed even more by opening their doors to children in need.

Over more than 10 years of fostering, Amanda and Steve have supported and cared for over 25 young people, from long-term placements to respite care. Their journey began with one placement while their two youngest children were still at home, soon growing to include more as they discovered their passion for supporting children and helping them thrive.

Geoff & Emma

Geoff & Emma both served in the Royal Air Force before going on to become foster carers. Throughout their fostering journey, they have provided a stable home for children of all ages and backgrounds, including sibling groups, teenagers and Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children. They also have experience of Parent & Child fostering, which involves supporting a young child and their parent, so they can learn and develop their parenting skills. 

Watch the video below to find out more about Geoff & Emma's journey as foster carers....