The Fostering Network: Advice services

The Fostering Network provides a range of advice and information services across the four nations of the UK.

UK

Information line - provides information on general fostering enquiries.

Ring 020 7261 1884 between 12pm and 3pm Wednesday to Friday, or email info@fostering.net any time.

Fosterline - a dedicated advice line for foster carers, covering all aspects of fostering.
Advice and mediation service - this service provides independent advice to foster carers, particularly during the investigation of allegations.
Consultancy service - offered to local authorities and fostering services. We would be delighted to offer you assistance in developing and implementing your procedures. Please contact Hazel Halle, Director of Services, England on hazel.halle@fostering.net or 020 7620 6432.

Call 028 9070 5056 in the first instance.
Counselling and advice service - offers an independent and confidential information and advice service.
Peer mentoring - offers support to the sons and daughters of foster carers.
Local sessional advisors - four experienced foster carers serving as a local link and a unique support service.

Advice, information and mediation service - a free advice, information and mediation service for foster carers and local authority workers across Scotland.

Fosterline Wales - a dedicated advice line for everyone involved in foster care in Wales, covering all aspects of fostering.
Independent Support for carers facing allegations can be spot purchased from the Wales office.