Types of fostering

Find a fostering option to suit you. There are a range of fostering options available, from one weekend a month to providing full-time support.

Even the smallest amount of time can make the biggest difference to a child’s life. If you’re still unsure on which type of fostering suits you, our enquiry team can help.

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Mainstream fostering

Find out about flexible fostering options, you can foster from as little as one weekend a month. 

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Fostering disabled children

Fostering a child with disabilities makes a real difference. This can be long term, or to give a family the break they need.

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Supported lodgings

Supported lodgings is when you share your home with a young person. You provide a safe home and help them learn to live on their own.

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Specialist fostering

Specialist foster care schemes are available for experienced carers. These include emergency bed schemes, and parent and child fostering. 

Start your fostering journey

Share a few details, then one of our team will be in touch. Congratulations on taking the first step in your fostering journey.

Contact the Essex fostering team