Fostering in Nottingham

Foster carers do amazing work every day with children that are unable to live with their own families. Across the East Midlands, nearly 5,000 children need a safe and stable home with a fostering family who can look after them for as long as they need it.

Our friendly Nottingham team is here to help you decide if fostering is right for you and we’re on hand to offer any advice and guidance you may need.

The journey to becoming a foster parent can take 4 – 6 months and there are some requirements to foster:

• A spare room for the foster child to make their own
• A clean and safe home
• Access to transport
• A good network of people to encourage and support you
• Be aged 21 or over

As an independent fostering agency in Nottingham, Fostering People offers:

• 24/7 support
• Monthly local support groups and forums
• Family events throughout the year
• Extensive training programme
• Receive a generous fostering allowances

If you’ve got questions about fostering in Nottingham or you are ready to start your fostering journey with us. Fill out the form and we’ll get in touch with you shortly.

Alternatively, you can call us on 0800 077 8159.