Around one in four people says they'd like to become a foster parent at some point.
Around one in four people - mainly women between 25 and 49 - said they would like to become a foster parent at some point in the future.
That's according to Tusla which has launched National Fostering Week.
There are 332 children being cared for over by 250 foster families in the midlands.
Team Leader for the region, Paula McEvoy says the Covid-19 pandemic has significant impact on fostering services:
Special Concert To Launch Friends Of Esker Arts Set For This Month
"Stones in His Pockets" is coming to Tullamore this month.
Energy Efficiency Roadshow Comes To Laois This Afternoon
The Neighbourhood Energy Clinic takes place at the Woodgrove this afternoon.
Laois Soccer Club Plans New Clubhouse And Changing Facilities
Arlington Football Club are making plans to redevelop their club grounds.
Westmeath Hotel Reopening After Norovirus Outbreak
Glasson Lakehouse Hotel is open tomorrow.
Eight Legal Aid Certificates Issued In Laois Amid Solicitors’ Boycott
Eight of 179 certificates issued in Laois since courts returned from their summer breaks.
Ireland Still Faces STEM Gender Gap Despite Strong PISA Results
Ireland continues to be a leading performer in education internationally.
Just Five Of 25 Promised Psychosis Teams Operating Nationally
According to the health service, people in the Midlands are being supported by a team based in Meath.
GAA ‘Not Ready’ For Proposed Integration With LGFA And Camogie Association
Mary McAleese resigned as chair of the Gaelic Games Integration Steering Group.
