Why Become a Foster Carer?

Every child deserves a safe, loving home—and you could be the person who makes that possible.

Thousands of children and young people enter foster care each year, often due to difficult or unsafe family situations. As a foster carer, you provide more than just a place to stay—you offer stability, kindness, and a chance for a child to feel valued and supported.

Fostering is incredibly rewarding. From everyday moments like helping with homework or sharing a meal, to watching a young person grow in confidence, your care can have a lifelong impact. It's a role full of purpose, challenge, and emotional connection.

You don’t need to have special qualifications—just patience, compassion, and a genuine desire to help. Foster carers come from all backgrounds, including singles, couples, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people who rent or own their homes.

In return, you’ll receive:

You’ll never be doing it alone.

If you’ve ever thought about making a difference, fostering might be for you. With the right support behind you, you can change a child’s future—and discover just how much you have to give.

Ready to make a difference? Here’s how you can become a Foster Carer.