Minister of Family and Social Services Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş gave the good news: The number of children cared for in foster care has reached 10 thousand 84! In this way, the number of our children growing up in loving homes is increasing day by day.
What is Foster Family?
The foster family model is a family-oriented service model that allows children who cannot be cared for by their biological families for various reasons to be educated, cared for and raised in a safe and supportive family environment determined by the Ministry.
Benefits of Being a Foster Family
- Offering children a loving home: Foster families contribute to the healthy growth and development of children who cannot live with their biological families by providing a loving family environment.
- Fulfilling children's dreams: Foster families not only offer children a home, but also nurture their dreams and hopes.
- Contributing to society: Becoming a foster family is an important step in finding a solution to a problem that exists in society and supporting disadvantaged children.
What is Required to Become a Foster Family?
- be at least 25 years old
- Being married or single (not having any health problems that would prevent the protection of children)
- Having financial means
- Being patient and loving
- Having a high level of education and awareness
Support for Foster Families
The state provides financial and moral support to foster families. These supports include monthly salary, insurance and training opportunities.
Can You Become a Foster Family Too?
If you have a loving heart and want to give hope to a disadvantaged child, you can become a foster family. For more information, you can visit the website of the Ministry of Family and Social Services or call 115 Family Support Line.
Together We Can Be Hope for More Children!
Together, we can contribute to more children growing up in a loving family environment by raising awareness in society. Let's not forget that every child deserves love and compassion!
