Fostering

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Find out about fostering events
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Who can foster?
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Why foster with us?
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Payments and allowances
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Different ways to foster
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How to become a foster carer with us
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Training and support
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Resources

  • Specialist foster carers

    Specialist foster carers are experienced carers who provide an extra level of intensive care to young people with complex emotional needs and behaviours. It is ideal for those with professional caring experience, i.e. nurses, teachers or police officers.
    Specialist foster care roles
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  • Supported Lodgings Host

    At 16-21 years old, most young people are not ready to go out into the world alone, without any support.

    Could you welcome a young person into your home and support them on a positive journey into adulthood and independence?

    Find out more about Supported Lodgings
  • Foster carer and a young boy sitting on a sofa and looking at a laptop

    Bridging placement carers

    The children and young people in our care need support and guidance.

    Could you help drive a positive outcome for their situation by providing care and stability?

    Find out more about bridging carers

Businesses and organisations can support children in care

Become a Fostering Friendly Employer

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