As a member of our local fostering community, you will receive free membership to Fostertalk. This will grant you access to a range of services, benefits, and information so that we can support you as a local Foster Carer.

Here are just a few of the fantastic benefits that you will be able to access:

Legal protection insurance
A legal helpline for expert advice
Fostering helpline for independent advice on all aspects of fostering
24/7 confidential stress counselling service
A wealth of online resources, publications, and training, providing up to date and practical information that will help you to provide the best care
A Max Card, which gives you discounts on family days out, holidays, home insurance, and much more
An online community for Foster Carers to connect and share advice, support, and personal experiences

As a Local Authority, we can also provide you with our own discount opportunities. Our Employee Assistance Support will cover you for:

Counselling
Legal support
Bereavement assistance
Medical information

You will also have direct access to our Virtual Schools for Children in Care, who provide specialist education support, advice and guidance, and tailored Personal Education Plans for the child or young person you are caring for.