Friends and family fostering

If a child is no longer able to live with their parents, family and friends can step in. Find out about the approval process, and the support and training we offer you. 

• What is friends and family foster care? Find about the role of family and friends foster carer, what support you will get and how you will be assessed.
• Friends and family: Support we give you We offer a package of benefits designed to make fostering a positive experience for you and the children in your care.
• Friends and family: Local support In addition to the support we give you, there are a number of local organisations you may be interested in.