What makes a good Foster Carer?

• You could be single, living with a partner, married or widowed.

• Any one over the age of 23 years.

• You don't even need to have had children.

• Your might have adopted your own children or have stepchildren.

• You can be from different backgrounds or religions from all over the world.

So you see anyone can be a Foster Carer who can understand and relate to children. Here are some qualities we think are you should have as a starter:

• Like children and young people

• Compassionate

• Sensitive

• Provide appropriate discipline

• Nurturing