Adoption and fostering
Adoption gives a child in care a chance to permanently become part of a new family that offers them a stable and loving home.
Fostering is providing short or long-term support, stability, and care in a safe, loving environment. Being a foster carer can make a huge difference to the lives of the children who need it.
Looked after children
We help families care for their children at home. If families cannot do this we try to find family or friends who can. Or if this is not possible, find the best possible placement.
Find out more about looked after children.
The Local Offer for care leavers helps young people leaving care to find the services and support Medway offers. These services can help young people manage the journey into early adulthood and independent living.