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The event saw 250 fostering families come together, including access to the safari drive-through, rides, and a packed lunch.

Despite some rainy weather, the day was filled with joy and laughter. One foster carer shared: "We have attended the celebration day at West Midlands Safari Park today. A huge thank you from the family – we have really enjoyed every minute, even in the rain! Such a wonderful job you all do to organise these events, which are a great help."

Another carer expressed their appreciation, saying: "Wasn’t it brilliant! Everything was so organised and so well thought through. The animals and children were so well behaved and it was such a treat. Thank you!"

A third carer added: "A huge thank you to everyone who helped organise our day out at WMSP. We all had a wonderful day despite the downpour. It was nice to see the children happy."

The event provided a chance for foster carers and young people to relax and create happy memories together.

Councillor Steve Mackay, ȫ��̽�� County Council Cabinet Member for Children and Families said: "It was heartwarming to see so many children excited and happy, enjoying a well-deserved day out with their foster families. Our foster carers provide an invaluable service, and we were delighted to be able to offer this special day as a small token of our appreciation."

In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, the ȫ��̽�� Fostering team also took the opportunity to gather heartfelt messages from young people and their foster carers, celebrating the small but meaningful gestures that make a difference in their lives. These keepsakes captured touching sentiments such as:

• “I love it when you get me books and take me to Waterstones”
• “I love it when you are always supportive of the choices I make and how you always fight for my views”
• “I love it when you pick me up from football”
• “I love it when you make me Weetabix”

Vikki Green, Head of Marketing at West Midlands Safari Park said: "We are absolutely delighted to have hosted ȫ��̽�� County Council’s Fostering Day here at West Midlands Safari Park. It’s been a fantastic opportunity to support such an important cause, providing foster families with a memorable and enriching experience surrounded by incredible wildlife. We are proud to work alongside the council in celebrating and appreciating the amazing work foster carers do for children across the county."

Events like these highlight the importance of fostering and the strong, loving relationships built between carers and young people. ȫ��̽�� Fostering continues to encourage more people to consider fostering and support children who need safe and loving homes.

For more information on fostering in ȫ��̽��, visit the ȫ��̽�� Fostering website.