Here were today’s most asked #FosteringFriday queries:
Am I too old to foster if I’m retired?
Not at all. There is no maximum age you can become a foster carer, providing you are able to support a child in your care. We work with a lot of carers who choose to foster after retirement so that they have lots of time to dedicate to a child.
How long does it take to be assessed as a foster carer?
Becoming a foster carer is a big decision, so we need to give you the best training and make sure we talk through everything so that we get to know you better and you get to understand everything about fostering. The assessment should take around 4 months, which is made up of a few visits from your social worker. Some assessments are a bit longer and some can be quicker than this; it all depends on the guidance you need from us and the length of time it takes to carry out the appropriate checks.
What checks do I have to have to become a foster carer?
To become a foster carer, you will have a DBS check, a Local Authority check and also a medical at your doctors. We will also get personal and work references. We meet the costs of any checks that are required, so you do not have to pay for anything.