Transform a young persons life and become a foster carer

Children don’t enter care because of something they’ve done wrong. Often, it’s due to serious challenges at home — abuse, neglect, or a parent struggling with mental health or addiction. These children need safety, support, and a stable environment to begin healing — and that’s exactly what foster carers provide.

By contributor Kelly Slater
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Right now, there simply aren’t enough foster carers to meet the growing need.

Even offering short-term care can make a lifelong difference to a child who’s experienced trauma. I’ve seen firsthand how simply being there — offering routine, compassion, and understanding — can help a child begin to trust again. These children are incredibly resilient. They just need someone to believe in them.

What You Need to Foster

You don’t need to be perfect — just patient, caring, and committed. Here’s what we look for:

  • A spare bedroom

  • A safe, stable, and caring home

  • Patience, empathy, and resilience

  • Willingness to undergo training and background checks

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds — regardless of ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, relationship status, or whether you rent or own your home. If you can nurture a child, you can foster.

Transform a live, become a Foster Carer
Transform a live, become a Foster Carer

Why Foster with National Fostering Group?

When you foster with us, you’re never alone. We provide:

  • Generous fostering allowance

  • Full training and ongoing development

  • 24/7 support from a dedicated social worker

  • Access to local support groups

  • Bluelight Card, MaxCard & discount hub access

  • Membership with The Fostering Network

  • A chance to make a lasting difference in a child’s life

Ready to Take the First Step?

You don’t have to commit today — just be open to finding out more. We can send you a free information pack that explains everything you need to know about becoming a foster carer, with no pressure and no obligation. Because for every child waiting, there’s someone out there who could change their life. Maybe it’s you. Email: hello@fosteringsolutions.com, call or text Kelly on 07800 733966 or Sarah on 07884 258349.

Request your free info pack today — and take the first step toward changing a child’s story.