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Could you help give children the childhood they deserve?

In West Sussex, over 980 children need a stable, loving home. Each child has their own likes and interests. Each one needs someone like you to offer them stability, acceptance, empathy and help to open up new possibilities for the future.

Find out how you could transform a child’s life (and your own) when you join our fostering family.

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What makes fostering with us special?

What you need to know...

Receive up to £31,338 a year per child in your care, with enhanced rates for some fostering roles

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Benefit from bespoke training and ongoing development throughout your fostering journey

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Get ongoing professional support, with out-of-hours assistance and peer support groups available

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Become part of our not-for-profit fostering family, with the children at the heart of everything we do

Why foster with us?

Meet our Foster Carers

Fostering stories

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"It has been one of the best decisions of our lives"

Stewart, alongside his wife Lynsey, and their daughters, Sienna and Isla, have been fostering with us since 2018. Now, he's opening up about their journey.
Hear Stewart and Lynsey's story
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“We keep them company!"

Ben and Emily are two children who foster and they've shared a glimpse into their experience of being part of a fostering household.
Hear Ben and Emily's story
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“I think I’m one of the luckiest people!"

Naomi, a care leaver, shares her two separate fostering experience with her Foster Carers Maz and George and the impact it has had on her life.
Hear Naomi's story

Frequently visited areas

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Who can foster?

If you are over 21, live in West Sussex, and have a spare bedroom, you could apply to be a Foster Carer
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Types of fostering

Discover the different types of care needed and see what best suits your family, skills and experience
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Becoming a carer

Wondering what's involved? Get an overview of each step of the journey from enquiry to approval
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Information sessions

Meet carers and put your questions to our team at one of our online or in-person events
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Professional support and competitive pay

Thinking of becoming a Foster Carer?

Do you want to make a difference to a child in West Sussex? Could you provide a safe, secure and loving environment and help them through a challenging time in their lives? Do you have a spare room? If the answer is yes, we'd love to hear from you.
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Meet some of the remarkable children that need your care

Each of our 980 children has a unique story. Each child is wonderfully individual. And each one needs love, support, and the chance to thrive.
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