Foster care is complex and requires skill to care for vulnerable children. They are an essential resource to children and young people who cannot live with their family. Fostering will not only make a difference to children in care, it will also have an impact on you , your family and the community. Why not see if you have what it takes to be a Foster carer and make a difference to a child's life by filling in the questions below.

 

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Do you have any criminal convictions?

Do you have a spare room for the foster child?

Are you involved in any work (paid/voluntary) at the moment?

Do you have any experience of caring for children?

Can you help a child keep in touch with their family?

Do you have any health related conditions?

Do you like a challenge?

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