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You don't need to be perfect
to be a foster parent. You
just need to care.

DCFS provides training, support, and guidance to help compassionate adults provide safe homes for children who need them most.

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Every Child Deserves Safety. Every Child Deserves Love.

Across Bermuda, children need stable, caring homes during uncertain times. Foster parents step in with compassion, consistency, and the willingness to offer safety when it matters most.

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You Won't Do This Alone — We Support You Fully

Home Study Guidance

Comprehensive foster parent training

Home Study Assistance

Guidance throughout the home study process

Placement Support

Ongoing support during placements

Always-On Child Support

Resources that help children feel stable and encouraged

Ongoing Support

We have a dedicated team to support you throughout the process

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Fostering Makes A Real And Immediate Difference

Foster parents help children:

  • Feel protected during a difficult time
  • Heal emotionally
  • See a path toward a brighter future
  • Maintain routine and connection to school
  • Build trust and self-esteem
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Safety

Safety

Providing security and protection in a nurturing environment where children feel physically and emotionally safe.

Stability

Stability

Maintaining routines, school continuity, and emotional grounding that helps children thrive during uncertain times.

Hope

Hope

Helping children see possibility and rebuild trust, showing them that caring adults are there to support them and emotionally safe.

There's a Place for You in Bermuda's Foster Community

Foster parents come from all walks of life. Whether you're single, married, renting, or owning your home; what matters most is your willingness to care. If you can provide a safe, stable, and nurturing environment, DCFS will equip you with everything else you need. Perfection is not required. Caring is.

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Take the First Step Today

Your fostering journey begins with a simple interest form. Once submitted, a DCFS team member will contact you to schedule an Interest Call a friendly conversation where you can ask questions and learn the next steps.