Make a difference that lasts a lifetime
Fostering is an amazing and rewarding journey that can turn a child's life around. It could even change yours too.
Why Choose Foster Care Associates?
We’re there for you every step of the way with the support, training and resources you’d expect from a large foster care specialist with over 25 years’ experience and a strong UK-wide presence.
Generous allowances
On average, our foster parents can receive approx £435 per child, per week. On top of great allowances, our reward platform helps foster parents get discounts from popular high street retailers.
24/7 professional support
From a dedicated support worker to professional education and therapy sessions, our team are here to help you every step of the way.
Ongoing training & development
Fostering can feel daunting at first but we provide fun, complimentary training programmes to develop new skills and further build your fostering knowledge.
Regular family activities and local support groups
We understand support doesn't just come from our professionals. Our regular activities and group meetups help you share your journey with other foster parents and build an excellent fostering network.
Can I foster?
We work with an amazing, diverse community of foster parents. If you're over 21 years of age, have a spare room and the legal right to live and work in the UK, then you already meet the initial requirements.
Want a bit more information to help you decide whether fostering is for you? Whatever your question, we are here to help. Fill in an enquiry form and a member of our friendly fostering team will get back to you.
Payments and rewards for foster parents
At FCA we acknowledge and value the work you do as foster parents. You go above and beyond for children and young people every day and we do
the same for you. Along with a generous fostering allowance, you'll receive:
- Two bonus payments each year of £250 in summer and £250 in winter
- An additional annual appreciation bonus from £150 up to £1,000 depending on length of service with us
- Generous mileage allowance for travel to attend our training and support groups
- Discount scheme offering fantastic discounts across hundreds of high street names, online stores and supermarkets
- Paid for family activities throughout the year
- A special gift or experience for each fostering milestone you hit
Can I Work Whilst Fostering?
Something we hear a lot from prospective foster parents is; can you foster and work? This all does depend on your individual circumstances. For example, if you do want to foster alongside working, you might want to take into consideration factors such as:
- How flexible your employer is?
- How many hours you currently work?
- Whether you foster as a single carer or with a partner, and if you can come up with a plan that suits everyone
Fostering with a full-time job is possible when you’re fostering as a couple, where one can work full-time while the other can work part-time or have flexible hours. If you’re fostering as a single person, you’d generally only be able to have part-time work or a job with flexible hours.
Ultimately, there are times fostering and working can work in tandem, but only if the child’s wellbeing and safety aren’t compromised.
Fostering 101: The Beginner's Guide to Fostering a Child
Our Happy Foster Parents
Join our amazing team of talented and passionate foster parents and start transforming children's lives.
Allison
“We really wanted to foster because we wanted our own children to have the experience of being foster brothers and sisters. We thought it would be a nice experience for a child who was in care to come into our family, warts and all and be part of the family life for however long they are with us."
Clinton
“Foster care is not without its challenges, but there are so many little moments that make it amazing. There is a need for young people to be looked after and supported, so a fostering myth that should be busted wide open is that any one can do it."
Ellie and Pete
"Moving into full time fostering was definitely unknown territory for us, but it was the best decision we made and we’ve never looked back. Jumping into a new career field just like this has been brilliant. A first-class team we are proud to serve and be part of."