Fostering advice
Fostering a child with autism
Fostering an autistic child does come with challenges but it’s an amazing and admirable job. Find out more about how to foster a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Fostering a child with trauma
Many children in care have experienced childhood trauma such as abuse or neglect, so it’s important to know how to help them heal and recover. Find out more about how to foster a child with trauma.
Play therapy activities for a child with trauma
Play therapy could give your foster child new coping mechanisms and a new outlook on life. Here’s how it works.
How to Communicate with a Non-Verbal Autistic Child
Fostering an autistic non-verbal child will have its challenges, here are some tried and tested autism communication strategies for non-verbal children.
Sensory Activities for Children with Autism
Whatever age you are, you’re bound to have fun bonding with your foster child through these sensory play activities for autism.
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Fostering guides & downloads
The Beginner’s Guide to Fostering a Child
This guide covers everything you need to know about fostering, from why children need foster care and the types of fostering, to what makes a great foster parent, the many benefits, and how to get started on your fostering journey.
A Complete Guide on How to Transfer Fostering Agency
Already fostering? Our guide to transferring fostering agency provides an in-depth overview of the transferring process and the benefits of fostering with FCA.
A Foster Parent’s Guide to Complex Trauma in Children
Download our helpful guide to understanding complex trauma in foster children. It’s packed with everything you need to know about caring for a child or young person who’s experienced trauma—so you can feel more confident and supported every step of the way.
Autism Support Pack for Foster Parents
Download our autism support pack—your go-to guide for caring for a child with ASD. Learn how autism presents differently in boys and girls, understand Asperger’s and the autism spectrum, and get practical tips on adapting your home and preparing your family.
Fostering Finance Guide
Thinking of fostering but wondering how it will affect your finances?
Download our essential guide to allowances, tax and benefits, and discover the fantastic rewards you’ll receive when changing a child’s life.
A Guide to the Fostering Assessment
Download our free Guide to the Fostering Assessment to learn everything you need to know about becoming a foster parent — from making your first enquiry to getting approved, being matched with a child, and the support you’ll receive along the way.
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