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Why Foster Carers Make Exceptional TenantsÂ
Renting to Foster Carers is a smart, low‑risk, and more reliable way to let your property. Foster Carers are among the most thoroughly vetted and well‑supported tenants you will ever have, with ongoing oversight that protects your property as well as the people living in it. Common Concerns Landlords and Letting Agencies have about Foster Carers We recognise…

Muslim Fostering – Most Common Questions Answered
If you’ve ever wondered whether fostering as a Muslim is possible or how Islamic principles work alongside the fostering system, you’re not alone. Many people in the Muslim community want to open their homes to vulnerable children but aren’t sure exactly how it fits with their faith. In this blog,…

Why People Working in Education Make Great Foster CarersÂ
If you work in education as a teacher, teaching assistant, or in a non-teaching role, you already bring so much experience which could make a huge difference in the life of a child in care. And you are already committed to making a difference in children’s lives! Being around children…

Why do children come into care?
When a child comes into care, it is usually because their family is having problems and cannot provide for the child’s needs, or the child is at risk of harm. If no one else in the family can help, a child will need to be cared for elsewhere. Elizabeth Leeming,…

Guide for Children of Families Interested in Fostering
If you are considering fostering, you may have some questions about what this means for your children. Fostering is a wonderful, highly rewarding experience, but it also brings changes and new responsibilities for everyone in the family - including any children you may already have! To help your family feel…

Life Story Work – What is it and why is it important?
Fostering is not just about providing a home for the children we care for. It’s also about creating a nurturing environment where they can heal, grow, and thrive. One powerful tool in achieving this is undertaking Life Story Work with a child. Our dedicated colleagues in the Children We Care…






