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Becoming a foster carer is one of the most rewarding things you can do. It’s about opening your home and heart to a child who needs...
Fostering and adoption are both ways of giving a child a safe and loving home, but they are very different in what they mean legally and...
If you’re thinking about fostering—or you’ve already started your assessment—Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks are one of the first safeguarding steps. They help agencies and...
Thinking about fostering but worried about age or health? The short answer is encouraging: there’s no absolute “too old” to foster, and the minimum age is...
Thinking about fostering but worried your home might not meet the bedroom rules? You’re not alone—this is one of the most common questions prospective carers ask....
Short answer: yes, you can foster if you rent. You don’t need to own your home to be approved as a foster carer in the UK....
Thinking about fostering in the UK? The Form F assessment is the structured process your assessing social worker follows to understand your life, skills and support...
If you’re comparing what London foster carers are paid in 2025, there are two parts to understand: Because boroughs structure fees differently (bands, skills levels, bonuses,...
Thinking about fostering in Hounslow? You’re in a good place. West London—and Hounslow in particular—needs more stable, caring homes for children of all ages, especially siblings...
Thinking about fostering in Kent? This guide brings together the latest allowance rates, a plain-English overview of who you can foster with (Kent County Council or...
