For those interested in becoming a foster parent, Nancy says you do it for the children and their families:
“You have to want to help and you have to help with respect, love, patience, nurturing, and being a team player in reuniting children with their families. If you want to try becoming a foster parent or family without making a firm commitment, you can always provide “relief” for a few days or a weekend to help the current foster families.
Nancy Galluchon
Supporting National Foster Family Week
During National Foster Family Week 2025, we take time to honour the foster families across New Brunswick who make a lasting difference in the lives of children and youth. These families provide not only a home, but also hope, love, and guidance during times of uncertainty.
Foster care continues to play a vital role in our communities, and the need for compassionate, committed foster families remains strong. Children in care deserve stability and kindness and foster families rise to that challenge every day.
Nancy Galluchon, President of the New Brunswick Foster Families Association, knows firsthand the impact fostering can have. With 20 years of experience as a foster parent, Nancy encourages others to consider stepping into this important role.
"You don’t have to be perfect to foster — you just need to care. You need to lead with respect, love, patience, and a willingness to work as part of a team focused on what’s best for the child"
If you're thinking about fostering but aren't quite sure, there's another way to help — you can become a relief caregiver, offering short-term support to foster families by caring for children for a weekend or a few days. It's a great way to get involved and make a difference without a long term commitment.
