What is Foster Carer Allowance in Essex and How much is it?
Money is one of the first things people want to know about fostering, and one of the things agencies tend to be vaguest about. So this post gives you the real numbers about foster carer allowance: what Apex Fostering pays, what the government minimum is, what the money is for, what happens between placements and […]
Can You Foster and Work Full Time?
If you have a job you rely on, it is natural to assume fostering is off the table. Lots of people quietly rule themselves out at this point, without ever asking the question out loud. So here it is, asked plainly: can you foster and work full time? This post gives you an honest answer. […]
Can You Foster If You Rent? What the Rules Actually Say
Can you foster if you rent? Yes. You do not need to own a property to become a foster carer in the UK, and renting in itself does not rule you out. If you have been holding back from asking about fostering because you rent, you are not alone. It is one of the most […]
Thinking of Transferring Fostering Agencies? Here’s How It Works and Why It’s Easier Than You Think
If you’re already a foster carer and considering switching to a different agency or local authority, you’re not alone, and you’re not stuck. Transferring fostering agencies is more common than many people realise, and at Apex Fostering, we’re here to ensure it’s a smooth, respectful, and supportive process from the very first step. In fact, […]
Leaving Foster Care in the UK: Dougie Stringer on Life After Care and Skills 2 Thrive
Dougie Stringer from Skills 2 Thrive shares his journey and how he’s helping young people leave foster care in the UK with confidence.
Building Child-Centred Foster Care: Insights from Young People in Care
What young people in care want adults to know about child-centred foster care – and how Apex is turning their voices into action.
ShareFound Fostering Futures: Junior ISA’s & Child Trust Funds for Care Leavers
In this episode of On the Sofa with Sal, we talk to ShareFound about child trust funds, junior ISAs and financial confidence for care leavers.