Respite Fostering
Perfect for anyone who can’t commit to caring for children long term but would still like to make a difference.
Respite fostering is perfect for anyone who can’t commit to caring for children long term but would still like to make a difference.
Sometimes it is in the best interest of the child or young person to spend some time away from their families or full-time foster carers. Respite placements are designed to provide just that, which means they can vary from a few hours, a week, to occasional weekends.
Every situation is unique and as a respite carer it’s your responsibility to step in and provide a child with a loving and caring home while they’re away from their full-time family.
All our foster carers are entitled to a 14-day respite allowance should they need it, so specialist respite carers are needed just as much as foster carers.
As a respite foster carer, you will join our local network of carers offering support to our foster carers when they need it most.
Introduces you to fostering as a potential career
Allows full time foster carers an opportunity to recharge their batteries
All respite carers receive full training, 24/7 support and fostering allowances.
Develops healthy relationships outside the home for children and young people looked-after.
You'll be providing support to our full-time foster carers when they need it most.
You're helping to build a valuable support network for other foster carers
Insights into respite fostering
If you'd like to know more, read our comprehensive guide to respite foster care including everything you need to know about this important role.
An Introduction to Respite Foster Care
Other types of fostering
Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children
This is a specialist placement that requires carefully considered planning and matching between a foster carer and a child looked after.
Therapeutic Led
Our therapeutic led care placements are built on intense training, which empowers the foster carer to feel confident when dealing with the most complex types of foster care.
Short-term
This type of fostering could range from a single night to a couple of nights while more permanent arrangements are made.
Could you open your heart and home to a child who needs a fresh start and a safe space to call home?
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