- To Become a Foster Carer: 0800 023 4561
- Other Enquiries: 0800 085 2225
Fostering in Northern Ireland
Click on each of the tabs to learn more about fostering in Northern Ireland.
Are you thinking of fostering in Belfast?
Welcome to our fostering in Belfast page where we explain how becoming a foster carer with FCA works in Northern Ireland.
FCA is now the UK’s largest Independent Fostering Agency with an extensive network of local offices located throughout the UK where we are able to offer support and guidance to our valued foster carers.
At our Belfast office you will find our friendly team and a welcoming environment, this is the base from which we provide the on-going support and assistance that helps foster carers and the children they look after work towards positive outcomes. It also serves as the main office when it comes to fostering in Bangor and in County Antrim.
A Team Parenting® approach in Northern Ireland
If you decide to become a foster carer with FCA in Belfast you can expect support services in the form of our Team Parenting® approach which gives you access to the following professional childcare experts:
• An assigned FCA social worker
• Education officer
• Therapist
• Children and Young Persons Support Service (CYPSS) worker
The team above have regular contact with foster carers and the children and young people they look after, the level of contact depends on individual needs but the aim is always the same; to provide support and to address any needs and requirements of all involved.
Along with the support above, we also offer assistance in other ways; through on-going training, regular group meetings for carers and through the many different organised events that support foster carers in their role whilst encouraging children living in care to become more involved with their community.
Enquire about becoming a foster carer
If you are interested in finding out more about fostering, fill in the online enquiry form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
