by R Evans | Aug 23, 2023 | About Fostering, Foster Carers
There are many myths surrounding who can foster, meaning that many people rule themselves out as possible foster carers unnecessarily. Can I foster if…? I’m gay? Your sexual orientation is not important to being a foster carer and will not stop you from... 
by R Evans | Aug 15, 2023 | About Fostering, Foster Carers
Urgent need for more foster carers to look after children in their local community The UK’s leading fostering charity, The Fostering Network, is urging people to come forward to foster so that more children can be cared for in their local community. Across the... 
by R Evans | Jul 25, 2023 | About Fostering, Foster Carers
Children and young people need foster carers from all backgrounds with a wide range of life, work and care experiences. All foster carers are given ongoing training and support to help them develop the skills they need to help children thrive. Just as no two children... 
by R Evans | Jul 20, 2023 | About Fostering, Foster Carers
Applying to become a foster parent The process starts when you apply to become a foster parent and finishes with a decision from the fostering service. The process can take up to 8 months to complete. Steps 2 to 6 might happen in a different order.... 
by R Evans | Jul 12, 2023 | Foster Carers, Fostering Stories
Glancing down at her tiny fingers, little button nose and soft curls, Josh held his newbornniece tightly. He was so in love. One glance to his husband Terry, and they both knew they were ready to start a family of their own. “Holding her for the first time, the... 
by R Evans | Jun 27, 2023 | Foster Carers, Fostering Stories, Parent Child Fostering
I have fostered 3 unrelated children since being approved as a foster carer in April 2019. I loved seeing the little ones grow and develop during their time with me but felt I could use my skills and experiences to support mums to look after their newborn babies in a...