Fostering Agencies in Wales

• An introduction to us at Family Fostering Partners
• Our support for those new to fostering
• Transferring to Family Fostering Partners

An Introduction to Us:

We are an independent fostering agency that puts foster children first as we aim to provide them (and you) with all the support needed to allow them to grow and develop! At Family Fostering Partners, we are proud to be consistently ranked as a Tier 1 agency on the All Wales Fostering Framework. We owe this success to our team of professionals and foster parents who carry with them years of knowledge and expertise in the fostering world.

Our Support for Those New to Fostering:

We understand that becoming a foster parent can sometimes feel quite daunting, which is why at Family Fostering Partners, we are dedicated to ensuring you feel supported throughout

every stage of your fostering journey. Our ethos is centred around preparation, training, advice and support to leave you feeling confident that you have everything you need to become the best foster parent!

One of the most fundamental things we provide you with is a Link Worker, who will give advice and reassurance on any questions or queries you might have. You will receive visits from them at least every two weeks when you have a child living in your care, to track your progress and ensure everything is running smoothly! They are available to attend any meetings your foster child may have, to offer support and guidance to make sure you never feel like you are doing this on your own.

At Family Fostering Partners, we also offer a 24/7 on-call support service that runs 365 days of the year, meaning we are available to you whenever you need it, for whatever you need us for! Our service is run by our expert Link Workers who are happy to give you all the advice and support you need.

By using us as your fostering agency, you will be invited to attend professionally designed training sessions, to develop your skills and expertise, to ensure you feel 100% prepared for the challenges fostering can bring. These events, delivered by members of our own team in addition to specialist external experts, are easy and accessible due to their operation in various areas, to allow you to find one near your home.

Our repayment for your commitment to bettering the life of a foster child is a generous fostering allowance that reflects the needs of the child you have taken into your care. This will aid you in supporting your foster child, allowing them to grow and prosper as any child should!

Transferring to Family Fostering Partners:

Changing fostering agencies is often a big struggle amongst veteran foster parents who feel a sense of loyalty or commitment to agencies they have worked with previously. However, this process need not be stressful or scary, which is why at Family Fostering Partners, our goal is to make your transfer as easy as possible. All you need to do is give us a call, and from there, we are happy to answer any questions you may have. Following this, you are free to decide whether you'd like to proceed with a home visit, which, if successful, will begin the formal application process. We promise that we will be with you every step of the way and give you all the time and support you need to make your decision.

As our name implies, we are a family, and that will always be reflected in our dedication to helping you become the best foster parent you can be. For more information, please feel free to contact us here.