Fostering
Find out more
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People who can foster
There is no typical foster carer. We welcome people from all backgrounds, nationalities, religions, genders and ages.
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Why us?
We were rated Good in the Stockport Children's Service Ofsted inspection, 2022. Find out more about the tax-free financial allowances, support and training that we offer.
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Types of fostering
There are several different types of fostering, ranging from short term and long term to specialist fostering.
Be inspired by real experiences from our foster carers
Did you know?
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There is no typical foster carer. We welcome people from all backgrounds, nationalities, religions, genders and ages.
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Many of the young people in care in Stockport are teenagers who would benefit from guidance and support from foster carers.
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We’ll provide support and training throughout your application and after you’re approved.
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The specialist fostering scheme provides supportive placements for children and young people with complex needs.
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You don’t need any special qualifications or experience to be a foster carer, you just need to care about the welfare of young people.
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It's important that our foster carers come from a variety of ethnic backgrounds to reflect the diversity of the children and young people in care.