Fostering a family member or child of a family friend
Kinship care, sometimes referred to as ‘family and friends care’, is when a child is looked after full-time or most of the time by a relative or close family friend.
As a kinship carer, you can provide a safe and secure home for children who are unable to be cared for by their birth parents and provide stability by maintaining relationships with their family and loved ones.
Who can be a kinship carer
This could be:
- grandparents (the most common placement)
- aunts and uncles
- older siblings
- somebody they know well
“I used to say that I would never encourage anyone to be a Special Guardian but with all the support that I have received, I have changed my mind and would now say ‘go for it’.”
- Kinship carer
Speak to us to find out more
We know that kinship care is a big commitment, we are happy to talk through how it works and what the process is at a time that suits you.
Telephone: 01494 586 460
Email: [email protected]
About the kinship care process
Find out more about what to expect, including our assessment process.