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Sibling Foster Care
Keep brothers and sisters together when they need each other most.
Sibling Fostering
Keeping brothers and sisters together can make a huge difference when children come into foster care. Sharing a home with someone they know and trust can provide comfort, reassurance and a sense of belonging during a difficult time.
Why is it important?
The relationship between brothers and sisters is often one of the strongest a child has.
Keeping siblings together can help children:
- Feel safer and more settled.
- Maintain important family relationships.
- Support one another through change.
- Build confidence and emotional security.
- Create happy memories together.
For many children, having a brother or sister by their side provides comfort during an uncertain time.
Could sibling fostering be right for you?
Sibling fostering is well suited to people who have the space, patience and commitment to care for more than one child.
Every family is different, and we'll work with you to understand the types of placements that suit your home, lifestyle and experience.
If you can offer stability, encouragement and a caring home, you could help brothers and sisters stay together when they need each other most.
Support every step of the way
At Olive Branch Fostering, you'll receive comprehensive training, a dedicated supervising social worker and 24-hour support throughout your fostering journey.
Whether you're new to fostering or already have experience, we'll provide the guidance and support you need to care for sibling groups with confidence.
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Other types of fostering
Respite Fostering
Respite fostering is q great option if you can’t commit full-time but still want to help. These short-term placements give kids a safe home while their foster carers take a break. With a 14-day respite allowance for foster carers, respite carers are always in demand.
Parent and child fostering
‘P&C’ fostering involves a parent and child living with a foster family. It helps young parents without a stable home learn to care for their baby, with foster carers providing guidance and support.
Therapeutic fostering
Therapeutic fostering supports children with trauma or complex needs. It requires patience, understanding, and extensive training, but the rewards are life-changing.