Frequently asked questions

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Becoming a Foster Carer

Fostering is the care of a child or young person who is unable to live with their birth family. Foster carers provide a safe, stable and nurturing home while plans are made for the child's future.

We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and walks of life. You can be single, married, divorced, in a civil partnership or living with a partner. What matters most is your ability to provide a safe, loving and supportive home.

Generally, you should:

  • Be at least 21 years old.
  • Have a spare bedroom.
  • Be able to provide a safe and stable home.
  • Be committed to supporting children and young people.
  • Be willing to complete training and an assessment.

No. You can own your home or rent, provided your accommodation is suitable and secure.

Yes. Every foster child should have their own bedroom to provide privacy, security and personal space.

No. There is no upper age limit for fostering. Your health, energy and ability to meet a child's needs are more important than your age.

Yes. Many foster carers work full-time or part-time. We'll discuss your working arrangements during the assessment to ensure they are compatible with fostering.

No. Experience can be helpful, but it isn't essential. We provide comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you become a successful foster carer.

Fostering provides care for children while decisions are made about their long-term future. Adoption is a permanent legal arrangement where parental responsibility transfers to the adoptive parents.

Yes. We welcome applications from people whose first language is not English, provided they can communicate effectively with children and professionals involved in the child's care.

Thousands of children across the UK need safe, stable and nurturing foster homes. There is an ongoing need for more compassionate people to come forward and make a lasting difference in children's lives.

The Assessment Process

The assessment process typically takes around six to eight months, although timescales can vary depending on individual circumstances.

The assessment includes enhanced DBS checks, medical assessments, references, home safety checks and a comprehensive fostering assessment to ensure children are safeguarded.

You'll receive comprehensive preparation training before approval, followed by ongoing professional development covering areas such as safeguarding, trauma-informed care, child development, attachment and therapeutic approaches.

Support & Finance

You'll receive support from a dedicated Supervising Social Worker, regular supervision, ongoing training, peer support opportunities and access to 24-hour support whenever you need it.

Yes. Foster carers receive a fostering allowance to help cover the costs of caring for a child. We also offer competitive financial support, which we'll discuss during the application process.

Fostering may affect your financial circumstances, and foster carers may benefit from favourable tax arrangements under the UK's Qualifying Care Relief scheme. We recommend seeking independent financial advice based on your personal situation.

Caring for Children

There are several types of fostering, including short-term, long-term, emergency, respite and specialist fostering. We'll help identify which is best suited to you.

We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and walks of life. You can be single, married, divorced, in a civil partnership or living with a partner. What matters most is your ability to provide a safe, loving and supportive home.

Generally, you should:

  • Be at least 21 years old.
  • Have a spare bedroom.
  • Be able to provide a safe and stable home.
  • Be committed to supporting children and young people.
  • Be willing to complete training and an assessment.

No. You can own your home or rent, provided your accommodation is suitable and secure.

No. You can own your home or rent, provided your accommodation is suitable and secure.

No. You can own your home or rent, provided your accommodation is suitable and secure.

No. You can own your home or rent, provided your accommodation is suitable and secure.

No. You can own your home or rent, provided your accommodation is suitable and secure.

No. You can own your home or rent, provided your accommodation is suitable and secure.

About Eden Foster Care

Fostering is the care of a child or young person who is unable to live with their birth family. Foster carers provide a safe, stable and nurturing home while plans are made for the child's future.

Fostering is the care of a child or young person who is unable to live with their birth family. Foster carers provide a safe, stable and nurturing home while plans are made for the child's future.

Fostering is the care of a child or young person who is unable to live with their birth family. Foster carers provide a safe, stable and nurturing home while plans are made for the child's future.

Fostering is the care of a child or young person who is unable to live with their birth family. Foster carers provide a safe, stable and nurturing home while plans are made for the child's future.

Please note: Eden Foster Care is currently progressing through the Ofsted registration process. We're welcoming enquiries now and will begin formal foster carer assessments once registration has been granted.