who can foster?
No two children are the same, and neither is the foster care they need.
learn who can fosterfostering in wales
working together to build better futures for local children
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.
local care with national impact
best for children, carers, wales
By 2027, Welsh Government intends for only not-for-profit foster care providers to operate in Wales. This positive change would mean local foster children stay connected to the communities they love.
thinking about fostering? learn more:
why foster?
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. Find out more here.
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.
Your nearest local authority is:
I’ve learned that there’s no such thing as ‘typical fostering’. There are so many children in different situations with different needs. I’ve fostered siblings, teenagers, children with complex needs and babies.
your local authority
Explore the 22 Local Authorities that make up the Foster Wales network.
find your local team
learn more
become a foster carer
Wondering how to become a foster carer in Wales? It's simpler than you might think, and you can get started today.
