Frequently asked questions

What is fostering?

Is fostering the same as adoption?

Why are children fostered?

What do foster carers do?

What is a fostering service?

Are there different types of fostering?

Yes - there are many different types of fostering that you can choose to specialise in. You should consider what skills and experience you have, as well as what would suit you and your family best. Read a summary of some of the different types of fostering (you may find that your fostering service has different names for some of them).

Who can become a foster carer?

Is it a full-time job?

Do I get paid?

Will I receive training?

What support is available?

What about my own children?

So, what do I do now?