Help and support for foster carers

Handbook for foster carers

Download a copy of our handbook, written for foster carers.

Training for foster carers

Courses for foster carers, including dates, times, venues and how to book.

Children's Disability, Short Break and Fostering Service

If you care for a child or young person with a disability, you may be able to take advantage of respite care for your child.

Useful websites

The Fostering Network

Information about fostering across the UK, training courses for foster carers and publications to download.

British Association for Adoption and Fostering (BAAF)

The BAAF brings together and working with agencies and individuals that are involved in adoption and fostering. The site is a great resource to get in touch with other foster carers, answers many questions you may have and lets you know how to get involved in promoting fostering in the UK