The Importance of Maintaining Sibling Relationships in Foster Care
When we think of foster care, we can be forgiven for considering one child or young person benefiting from the safe and secure home of a foster family. But for...
How do I become a foster carer?
You have reached the decision to move forward in the Foster Care process. But what is that process? How long does it take? What is involved? How do I...
The Vital Role Of Men In Foster Care
The success of the Foster Care system relies on a community of essential individuals. Both men and women. Men participate as foster carers jointly with their partner, as single...
Why Northern Ireland needs foster carers
In 2008, there were 2,433 children and young people in the care system in Northern Ireland. That number jumped to over 3,500 in 2021 and 3,999 in 2024. Of...
What Support Is There For Foster Carers?
Taking the decision to become a foster carer is a huge step. You will have spent time considering it at length. Talked to family and friends. To foster care...
Fostering in the LGBTQIA+ Community
What makes a great foster carer has nothing to do with marital status, sex, or sexual orientation. Great foster carers are individuals or couples who are devoted to the...