

Types of fostering
There are various ways in which foster carers can give support to local children and their families.
In Worcestershire there are various ways in which foster carers can give support to local children and their families, all of which are greatly valued.
There is no such thing as a typical fostering situation and the care of a child or children could last anything from a few days to years. Children and young people come into care for a variety of reasons.
There are a number of outcomes for the children that we care for. Some children may return to the care of their parents, or another family member. Whilst others may remain in fostering families until they reach independence and will be supported in preparing for this whilst others may move to an adoptive family.
If you decide to progress through the approval process in order to become a foster carer, you will have plenty of opportunity to explore which type of fostering would be right for you and your family.