Fostering in Monmouthshire

Those fostering in Monmouthshire know that the need for foster parents in Monmouthshire, as it is across the whole of Wales, is pressing. Often referred to as the gateway to Wales, Monmouthshire is a place where connections to the present and past are deep and enduring.  

Today, those fostering in Monmouthshire can connect with the area’s rich history, evident in its castles and listed buildings. With a strong sense of community, we encourage residents of Monmouthshire to consider fostering—not only for the positive impact on the children you will care for, but to contribute to our local community. 

 

Why you should foster in Monmouthshire with Family Fostering Partners. 

As an independent fostering agency, we are dedicated and committed to supporting and training those hoping to foster in the Monmouthshire area. As a family run agency, children are at the heart of everything that we do, and what we do would not be possible without the generous, selfless individuals who choose to foster in Monmouthshire and beyond. You can read more about our values by clicking here.   

The most important feedback we receive is from those who choose to foster with us.  “Nobody at Family Fostering Partners is inaccessible” explains Katie, a foster parent with us. “I know that if I need help or support, I can speak to my link worker, or I can pick up the phone and speak to anyone in the team. I cannot fault the support or training we receive.”   Click here to hear more testimonials from those fostering in Monmouthshire. 

 

Dual Registration – Fostering on the Wales/England border with Family Fostering Partners 

With our agencies’ expansion into England, we understand the intricacies of fostering in Monmouthshire - on the border to England, and the difference in legislation between fostering children who live in England and children who live in Wales. At Family Fostering Partners, we are registered with both Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) and Ofsted, which means which means we are committed to meeting the highest standards of care and compliance across Wales and England, ensuring that the children and families we support receive the best possible services and support. Click here to read our Ofsted report, and here to read our CIW report. 

 

Fostering in Monmouthshire – The Monnow Bridge 

Monmouthshire is home to the Monnow Bridge, the only remaining fortified river bridge in Britain. This medieval stone structure, with its iconic gatehouse, has stood the test of time, providing safe passage across the River Monnow for centuries.  

Fostering in Monmouthshire, in many ways, is like the Monnow Bridge—it’s about providing safety, security, and structure as children navigate their lives. Just as the Monnow Bridge has connected communities for generations, fostering in Monmouthshire connects children with the guidance and support they need to grow and thrive. As a foster parent in Monmouthshire, you can be the bridge, the structure, that helps a child transition from uncertainty to security, offering them a path to a brighter, more hopeful future.  

Monmouth Castle: Building Strong Foundations within Fostering Families in Monmouthshire 

The county of Monmouthshire is home to Monmouth Castle, a historic stronghold built by the Normans around 1067. This castle, which later became the birthplace of King Henry V, stands as a symbol of strength, resilience, and enduring legacy.  

Much like the castle, fostering in Monmouthshire requires building strong foundations. The support and care you provide as a foster parent are like the sturdy walls of Monmouth Castle, offering protection, stability, and a sense of belonging to a child in need. Every child who requires fostering in Monmouthshire has their own history, much like the layers of history embedded in the stones of Monmouth Castle. As a foster parent, you have the opportunity to help these children build strong foundations for their future, giving them the strength to overcome challenges and thrive 

 

How Family Fostering Partners will guide you through your fostering in Monmouthshire. 

At Family Fostering Partners, we know how important support is for those who are considering becoming foster parents – when approaching fostering agencies in Monmouthshire, it’s important to ask them about the support that they will give to you. Just like the Monnow Bridge and Monmouthshire Castle, we are committed to providing you with the core structure and support you need to make your fostering journey long lasting and successful.  

At Family Fostering Partners, we are passionate and dedicated to providing high quality support not just for our foster parents in Monmouthshire, but for their extended families too. From the moment you begin your application to foster with us, you will be supported by an assessing social worker, and once approved, a Link Worker, who will get to know your family, the children in your care, and will advocate, support and guide you on your fostering journey in Monmouthshire.  

In addition to the support you’ll receive from your Link Worker, Family Fostering Partners also provide a 24/7 on call service – a phone number you can call for advice and guidance from the Family Fostering Partners team, no matter what time of the day or night. As an extension of our support services offered in house, we also pay for full membership to Foster Talk– an independent not for profit organisation who provides those fostering in Monmouthshire with Family Fostering Partners with free legal advice, medical advice, counselling, support, training, savings and discounts.  

 

The importance of community and peer support when fostering in Monmouthshire 

We firmly believe that fostering ‘Takes a Village’. Not only can you expect support from Family Fostering Partners, but peer support also has a crucial role to play. We hold regular, local in person support groups, as well as online support groups, for you to connect with others fostering in Monmouthshire with Family Fostering Partners, and to build your fostering network. 

 

Training for those fostering in Monmouthshire with Family Fostering Partners 

Part of our core package of support also comes from the high quality training provided to those fostering in Monmouthshire. In no other job would you be expected to undertake a role without full training, which is exactly what we provide to those fostering in Monmouthshire. Before approval, you will take part in a ‘Skills to Foster’ course, teaching you everything you need to know about fostering in Monmouthshire, and fostering with Family Fostering Partners. 

As a young person is placed with you, and their needs or the needs of your family change, so to does out training. Our training is personalised to you, and as your family grows and develops, so to does ‘best practice’ or ‘regulations’. We can guarantee that the training you receive from us will always be hyper relevant, and specifically designed to support those who foster in Monmouthshire with us.  

 

Start fostering in Monmouthshire today 

Monmouthshire is a county where history, beauty, and community come together, and fostering is your chance to be a part of that. By becoming a foster parent in Monmouthshire , you can help a child build strong foundations, guide them through life’s challenges, and offer them the stability and care they need to thrive.  

Fostering is a journey filled with rewards and challenges, much like the rich history of Monmouthshire itself. But with each step, you’ll be making a difference, creating connections, and building a legacy of care that will last for generations to come. Consider fostering in Monmouthshire today with Family Fostering Partners— use the ‘Chat to Us’ feature and type ‘Fostering in Monmouthshire’, complete our fostering application form or click here.