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If you're considering becoming a Foster Carer, you've likely realised that you can foster with your local authority or an independent fostering agency (IFA). As you try to determine what's best for you, your family, and the local child you may ultimately be caring for, we have pulled together all…

What is the Fostering Friendly Employer's scheme? Fostering Friendly is an initiative created by The Fostering Network, the UK’s leading fostering charity. The scheme aims to encourage businesses and organisations to support employees who are Foster Carers, or those on their journey to become a Foster Carer. According to The…

If you're considering becoming a Foster Carer, you may wonder what it involves and how long it takes. Given that our carers will be looking after children who have experienced trauma, the assessment process is understandably an in-depth and robust process. Therefore, this typically takes around four to six months…