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Fostering

We appreciate that choosing to foster a child is not a decision to be taken lightly.  Many people think about fostering for a long time before they contact us. We hope these pages will explain the different options available to you and help you feel more informed and ready to take the next step.

What is fostering?

Satisfying, rewarding and great fun, fostering is about providing a caring and safe environment.

Different types of fostering

The different types of fostering that you can get involved with.

Your journey into fostering

If you've decided fostering could be for you there are a number of steps that need to be taken.

What is fostering?

Satisfying, rewarding and great fun, fostering is about providing a caring and safe environment.

Different types of fostering

The different types of fostering that you can get involved with.

Your journey to fostering

If you've decided fostering could be for you there are a number of steps that need to be taken.

How we can support you

The fostering service has a dedicated team that focuses on support for and supervision of carers.

The next step in fostering

The next step on your journey into fostering.

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about fostering.