How much are foster carers paid and are there other benefits?
We believe that it is fundamental that our families have the resources…
Can I foster if I have dogs or other animals?
Many of our foster carers have dogs and other pets. Children and young people often…
Will I be taxed on fostering payments?
The foster care allowance is made up of two elements: an allowance for the care of the…
Do I have to transport children to school?
Yes. Local councils expect foster parents to transport children to school…
Can I work and be a foster carer?
Yes. We understand you may want to work as well as foster so we don’t ask…
Can foster children share bedrooms?
We tend to place children in their own rooms as a rule…
Can I foster if I have criminal convictions in my past?
It’s not uncommon for foster carers to have some convictions…
What checks are undertaken during the fostering assessment?
There are several important checks that we…
What does the Fostering Assessment (Form F) or ‘home study’ involve?
Before you can become a foster carer…
How long will it take to become a foster carer?
It could take up to six months to be approved as a foster carer…
Who Can Foster?
Children belong in families. We welcome people from all backgrounds as foster carers…