types of fostering
There are many ways to make a difference. Fostering can mean a day, a week, a year or maybe more.
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with local authority fostering
fostering in wales
We believe in working together, sharing knowledge and building better futures for children – together.
We’re Foster Wales, the national network of 22 Welsh Local Authority fostering services.
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working with a fostering social worker
As well as raising awareness of the great work of our social workers, we want to remind everyone that we’re here to support foster families and the young people they look after. We’re hoping to inspire people to become a foster carer, reassuring them that they can rely on a strong fostering support bubble.
who can foster?
No two children are the same, and neither is the foster care they need.
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already fostering
If you’re not fostering with a Local Authority, then transferring to us is easier than you think.
already fostering?find your local foster wales team
As the national network of Local Authority fostering services across Wales, we're by your side wherever you are. Enter your postcode to find your local foster care team.
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why choose us?
It’s about making a real difference, right now, to children in the heart of your community. It’s the decision to give something back.
To help you work with us to build better futures for local children, we provide expert training, dedicated support and financial allowances.
local fostering community
There’s a community of foster carers, in your local area, here for you.
benefits of fostering direct
By fostering direct with your local authority, you’ll be part of a team with a depth of insight and knowledge about the child’s journey, local services and schools that is invaluable to foster carers.
not for profit
When you foster with the local authority, we talk about the children first, not money. You’ll still receive financial support, and lots of useful discounts and offers.
flexible fostering options
We’re the first port of call for all local children who need foster care – children of all ages.
staying local
Everything we do is local, meaning that 84% of our children were able to stay in their local area, and stay in their local school.
common questions
how do you become a foster carer?
It all starts with this. A message. An email. A phone call.
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will I be paid as a foster carer?
Money might not be the first thing you consider with fostering, but it's an important question to ask us.
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who needs fostering?
There's no typical foster child. There's no typical foster family, either.
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your local authority
Explore the 22 Local Authorities that make up the Foster Wales network.
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