Fostering
Have you ever thought about fostering and making a difference for children? You can be married, single, heterosexual, gay or lesbian, of any ethnicity, disabled, a homeowner or tenant, working or unemployed. If you enjoy the company of children and are patient, caring, open minded and committed, then fostering could be for you. If you are interested in finding out more about fostering, please look at our list of frequently asked questions below, and then contact us for an information pack.
- What is fostering?
- What sort of people can be foster carers?
- What sort of checks do you do on foster carers?
- Do I have to have a spare bedroom?
- Do I have to live in Middlesbrough?
- Will I get any payments?
- Do you accept applications from people who smoke?
- What's the next step?
- What happens if I decide to apply?
- Where can I get more information?
- Do you need foster carers from black and ethnic minority groups?
- Contact details
Do I have to have a spare bedroom?
There must be enough space in your home for another child but you don’t need to have a spare bedroom.
Do I have to live in Middlesbrough?
No, we are happy to consider people who live outside of Middlesbrough but you must live within a reasonable distance of Middlesbrough. Many children in foster care will want to keep in touch with their families and friends and maybe to continue to attend a school in Middlesbrough and all this will be easier if you don’t live too far away.