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Fostering is one of the most varied, challenging and rewarding jobs you can do. Fostering services are always looking for more foster carers who can make a real difference.

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Am I eligible? Being a foster carer

I already foster

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Looking after a child in foster care is a complex and challenging role. Every child has their own particular set of needs and the task of a foster carer is to meet those needs and then help that child to aim high and to achieve their full potential.

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Fostering services

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With 50 years of experience in fostering, we understand the demands faced by fostering services. That’s why over 370 fostering services have joined us. Find out more about fostering service membership.

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Events & training for services Creating change in foster care Helplines
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Scottish Government’s new bill to introduce a register for foster carers

We welcome the introduction of the Children (Care, Care Experience and Services Planning) (Scotland) Bill, particularly the commitment to a national register of foster carers – a change we’ve long campaigned for. While the Bill includes many positive steps, we are calling for further action on Continuing Care and financial support for foster carers..

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How to communicate with children so they thrive and prevent childhood verbal abuse by adults

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Transforming foster care through an innovative extended family model, offering peer support, shared care, and strong community connections for improved outcomes for children and fostering families.
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Step Up Step Down

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Supporting families on the edge of care with tailored foster care interventions, offering guidance, stability, and a nurturing environment to prevent children entering the care system.
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Fostering Wellbeing

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Promoting a holistic approach to foster care, focusing on wellbeing, support networks, and shared learning to improve outcomes for children, foster carers, and professionals.
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Fostering Kinship Support

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Enhancing support for kinship carers through tailored advice, training, and resources, ensuring children thrive within their extended families.
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Fostering Attainment and Achievement

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Boosting educational outcomes for children in care with tailored support, mentoring, and achievement-focused resources in Northern Ireland. 
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