Fostering

Being a foster carer is extremely rewarding. Children need to be cared for so that as they grow up they can lead full and happy lives. We are particularly interested in hearing from you if you are able to care for children over of ten years of age.

If you want to help Caerphilly County Borough Council to make a difference this website should help you.

	Who can foster? If you have space in your home and time in your life you could help us to make a difference to a child's life.
	The fostering process Here you will get more information about what happens during the assessment .
	Training and support Being a foster carer for Caerphilly Council you will never be alone – we offer a whole range of support and many training courses for you to access.
	Already a foster carer? If you are already a foster carer why not come and work for Caerphilly.
	Types of foster care placements Some children need a bed for the night and some need one for a little bit longer.
	Fostering case studies We have a number of carers living all over the county borough, all with varying experience and skills. They become foster carers for a variety of reasons.
	Children awaiting placement The majority of the children who need families are over the age of ten, and therefore we are currently prioritising enquiries from people who can to look after older children.
	Fostering fees and allowances All foster carers receive a payment to help them care financially for a child placed with them.
	Express an interest If you would like more information, this is the page to visit.
	Foster carers website Information for foster carers including training available, FAQs, support groups, requesting equipment and much more.
	Fostering by family and friends Information and advice about fostering by a family member or friend.
	Private fostering Is someone else looking after your child or are you looking after someone else's child? If so, you could be 'privately fostering'.
	Short break scheme The short break scheme recruit, assess, support and train foster carers in order to look after a child with disabilities on a regular basis in order to provide respite for both the child and their families.