Supporting you...

We provide a wide range of support to Foster Carers which includes:

• An allowance to cover the cost of caring for a child/young person.
  
  
• A fee which recognises the different level of skills a foster carer has gained.
  
  
• Provision of local supervision and support through a designated Social Worker.
  
  
• Buddy Scheme – Where we link you during the approval process with an experienced foster carer who can provide practical advice and insight into the role of a foster carer.
  
  
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities.
  
  
• An annual awards recognition ceremony to thank our foster carers for their hard work and valued contribution at 5 year stages.
  
  
• Access to carer support groups in your local area.
  
  
• Regular newsletters with information and updates.
  
  
• A Virtual School to advise and liaise on schooling issues including children and young people not in regular attendance at school.
  
  
• Annual membership of Fostering network.
  
  
• Foster Carer identity card which entitles you to discounts at a number of shops and leisure venues across Northamptonshire.
  
  
• Support group for your own children to come together with other foster families children.