Community of Madrid seeks families to host minors from protection centers

The 'A School Year in a Family' program offers children and adolescents aged 10 to 17 the chance to live in a family environment.

Generic image of hands of different ages and backgrounds reaching towards the interior of a welcoming home, symbolizing family and care.
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Generic image of hands of different ages and backgrounds reaching towards the interior of a welcoming home, symbolizing family and care.

The Community of Madrid has opened registration for the 'A School Year in a Family' program, an initiative seeking individuals and families willing to host minors aged 10 to 17 who reside in protection centers during the school year.

The program offers children and adolescents the opportunity to live in a family environment, complementing the care they receive in residential facilities. Single individuals, couples, and families demonstrating stability, motivation, and the capacity to provide a suitable home are eligible. Participants receive prior training, guidance, and professional support throughout the process.
This type of foster care allows minors to experience daily life, expand their social and emotional connections, and maintain their routines, including their school, extracurricular activities, and friendships. It is particularly valued if foster homes are located in municipalities close to the protection centers.
The project is developed in collaboration with residential resources and the Association Families for Foster Care. Interested individuals can find out about the requirements and procedure by visiting the official website of the Community of Madrid or by requesting information via email.
Based on information from the official source: Comunidad de Madrid — Notas de prensa (03/11/2026)