Author: Curon Howells

1 October 2021

As part of our work with the local Authorities across Wales we receive referrals for children from a wide array of backgrounds and ethnicities. This presents us with the challenge of ensuring that every child or young person is placed with a foster family who can help them feel connected with, and to continue to learn about their…

30 September 2021

Embarking on the journey of becoming a foster carer is a significant decision, but one which has the potential to be incredibly rewarding. It's a path that has the power to transform lives—not just for the children and young people you welcome into your home but for yourself as well. With over 65,000 children living in foster care…

30 September 2021

Are you seeking a fulfilling career path that not only enriches your life but also changes the lives of others for the better? Mother and baby fostering offers a unique opportunity to extend a helping hand to vulnerable parents and their infants, fostering stable and supportive environments where families can flourish. Also referred to as parent and child…

9 September 2021

‘Can I foster an Asylum Seeking child fleeing conflict in Afghanistan?’ is a question we have frequently received at Family Fostering Partners over the past few weeks. The short answer is that yes, you can. But only by becoming a foster parent.   Caring for Unaccompanied Asylum Seekers is a specialist form of fostering which is sadly always in…

29 July 2021

Are you considering fostering but feeling uncertain about the rules around foster child bedroom requirements? Aspiring foster parents often have questions about this essential aspect of fostering. At Family Fostering Partners, we believe in providing clarity and guidance to prospective carers, ensuring that no barriers hinder their journey towards making a positive impact on vulnerable children's lives. Let's…

29 July 2021

Those interested in early child care may have the skills and interests to make excellent parent and child foster carers. This type of role is especially suited to those with previous experience of caring for a newborn or toddler, but this is not a necessity. In the most part, this type of foster care is ideal for people with lots of patience and lots…

29 June 2021

Choosing to become a foster carer is a big step. It can be a life changing decision that has an impact on every aspect of your day to day experience. That being said, many choose to foster because of the amazing benefits the role offers you and your family. It differs from traditional careers where you may work…

28 June 2021

Many prospective carers are interested in fostering babies and very young children. When people think of foster care, they often imagine a young child who needs their care. While this can be the case, fostering babies is not as common as you might think. In all instances, social workers will do their best to keep children with their…

28 May 2021

If you’re new to foster care and considering applying, you may be wondering if any criteria disqualifies you from being a foster parent in the UK. The good news is that most people are eligible to foster. There are very few factors that actually disqualify you from fostering should you wish to take the journey. Becoming a foster…

27 May 2021

Looking for a career change? Want to earn a competitive pay package whilst performing a valuable role that actually makes a difference in the world? If this sounds like you, then parent and child fostering might be the perfect career choice for you! What is parent and child foster care? Parent and child foster carers provide vital support…