Fostering a child or children - brothers and sisters
We need foster carers for children on their own but we’d also like you to consider fostering siblings.
Moving in with a foster care family can be tough for any child. For siblings, being split up from a brother or sister can make this situation even harder.
Keeping brothers and sisters together is vital for their long-term mental health. It also gives them a feeling of stability during what can be a difficult time for everyone.
Space in your home
Foster children should have their own bedroom, though siblings can sometimes share.
Time for each child
Children have different needs at different ages. The support you give a teenager will be different from what you offer a younger foster child. You’ll need to be prepared to spend time with each child, to understand their needs and how you can help them settle into your home environment.
Fostering a child with additional needs
If you feel you could care for a child or young person with additional or complex needs, then our intensive support fostering scheme may be for you. We provide extensive training and support and also provide you with a foster carer's fee and an allowance for the child. Read more about intensive support fostering.
Interested? Request an information pack or a callback
Telephone: 0300 300 8181
We’re part of Foster East, partnering with other councils in the south east to support foster carers and help children thrive.
Learn more about Foster East