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How to become a foster carer with The Fostering Company

If you live in the North East of England and are considering a career as a foster carer, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

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Who can foster?

We welcome foster carers of all ages and all walks of life. Find out the eligibility criteria here.

The fostering process

Read our step-by-step guide to the application process.

Meet our carers

Hear from some our foster families and discover more about their fostering journeys.

Pay and allowances

It is important our foster carers feel financially secure to take on the responsibility of fostering. Our carers receive a generous fostering allowance so they can focus on giving their foster child or children the best possible care.

Training and support

You will have access to a support team that provides around the clock guidance, and specialist training courses are available to give you the tools you need to build and long and meaningful career in foster care.

What sort of foster care placement could be right for you?

We have several types of foster care placements, so we can help match you with the most suitable child, young person or sibling group.

Types of fostering

Non-permanent

Temporary placements which can last a couple of days or more

Permanent

Long term placements often lasting through to young adulthood

Short breaks

Give birth families or main carers respite breaks

Parent & child

Guide a parent or parents to care for their own babies

Sibling groups

Keep a family together by fostering siblings
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FAQs

Whether you’re new to fostering, or have been with another provider for many years, head to our ‘frequently asked questions’ page to help break down some of the most common questions we receive about fostering in North East of England.

Read our FAQs

Are you interested in becoming a foster carer?

Get in touch to arrange an informal chat with our carer enquiry team.

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