Foster care information sessions cover the following topics:

• what's involved in being a foster carer
• steps to become a foster carer
• roles and responsibilities of foster carers
• support available to foster carers.

Information sessions

Where a fostering agency does not have any public information sessions scheduled, they can be scheduled on a one-to-one one basis.  

To find out more contact the foster care agency directly.

What people have said about information sessions

• 'Overall it was very interesting and it was great to hear from the foster carer herself.'
• 'Having thought about foster care for a number of years, I now have a much better understanding of the different types of care, how they might overlap/ lead on, and the potential issues involved. I feel better informed to discuss foster care with my family.'
• 'A good informative session that provided an honest view of foster caring'
• 'Great opportunity for casual chats with different speakers'
• 'It was good to have a range of presenters representing different aspects of the process.'
• 'I have a better understanding of what the process is and the commitment of those involved.'
• 'Very helpful information (first time) a lot to think about, but still very positive'

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