Is Fostering For You?

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Derby City Council needs Foster Carers as there are over one hundred children in Derby who cannot be looked after by their own families. Could you be interested in fostering a child? If you have the time, energy and space, why not consider becoming a foster carer for Derby City Council and change a life?

Derby City Council Foster Team have several different types of fostering to suit any lifestyle. This includes short-term, long-term, respite, supported lodging, parent and child and fostering PLUS.

We ask that you count yourself in, rather than out. Here are a few questions asked by potential foster carers:

Q: Does fostering have an age limit?

A: No, you can apply to be a Foster Carer in Derby if you are over 21. We just ask that you are fit and healthy enough to meet the demands of looking after a child.

Q: Do I need a spare room?

A:Yes, ideally, but children under 2 years old can share the main carer’s bedroom.

Q: Do Foster Carers receive financial support?

A:Yes.You will receive a weekly allowance to support the cost of looking after a child.

Read our fostering frequently asked questions, available on our web page at www.derby.gov. uk/fostering.

If you think you could make a difference in a child’s life, the Derby Fostering Team will support you each step of the way.

To find out more about fostering for Derby City Council

-Visit our fostering webpage at www.derby.gov.uk/fostering

-Call us on 01332 640880

-or join us for a chat at our information events that run regularly throughout the year. To book a space call 01332 640880.

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