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Kent Association of Foster Carers (KAFC) is a Registered Charity supporting, educating and providing social events for Kent County Council (KCC) Registered Foster Carers and their families. We work closely with Kent Fostering and have representation as KCC Corporate Parents and with Foster Talk and their Fostering Advisory Board.

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SUPPORT

 

KAFC supports KCC Fostering Families by advocating for them, either locally or nationally, and provides a network of emotional support.  All KAFC Trustees are KCC Registered Foster Carers and are thereby uniquely positioned to best understand the challenges and support needed.

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EDUCATION

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KAFC provides education for Fostering Families and to the public at local events, where we promote the recruitment of FosterCarers.  At our annual AGM we invite a variety of speakers to share their expertise and we have provided educational opportunities for fostering families through professional theatre productions.

 

SOCIAL EVENTS

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KAFC provides and supports social events for KCC Fostering Families. 

During the Summer of 2025 KAFC held their Summerfest at Dreamland.  We were pleased that 750 individuals from 140 Fostering Families enjoyed the day, enabling them to make new friends and to meet socially with their peers. We were thankful to Foster Talk, Young Lives Foundation and Virtual School Kent who joined us, sharing information and interacting with our Fostering Families.  KAFC annually supports SummerFest both financially and logistically.  2025 will also be our first year providing a WinterFest event.

 

Other events KAFC have supported with during 2025 is a 70’s Disco and Dance night, which enabled Foster Carers and Fostering Staff to socialise, enjoy a night out and raise funds for future events.

One of KAFC main objectives is supporting the Local Social Committees, with their numerous events throughout the year.

As always, keep an eye on our Events Page for upcoming events.

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