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Benefits of being a foster parent
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How to become a foster parent
How to foster a child
What are the foster care requirements
Can I choose who I foster?
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What is the role of an independent fostering agency?
Fostering a disabled child
If you’re interested in becoming a foster carer, it’s important to know that at FosterCare UK we actively promote the inclusion of LGBT foster parents into our community. If you can meet the eligibility requirements, have the right personal qualities, and provide a loving home – then gender and sexual orientation will not rule you out as a potential foster carer.
This guide tackles misconceptions surrounding LGBT fostering as well as providing clarity on the factors that do determine eligibility.
False – you can foster if you are gay or bisexual. Your sexual preferences will not affect your eligibility to foster in any way.
False – at FosterCare UK, we welcome and encourage same-sex foster couples.
False – your gender will not be a determining factor in your fostering application.
False – your sexual orientation will not affect your application at all and being recently single won’t necessarily affect your ability to take care of a child. However, during the application process, there will be a full account taken of your life. Divorce can affect your financial and emotional stability, and these factors are important to consider before you decide if fostering is right for you. Find out more about single parent fostering from our detailed guide.
All potential foster parents, irrelevant of sexual preferences, must meet these initial requirements for fostering to continue with their application.
Factors including having a spare bedroom, being in good health, being at least 21 years of age, having enough time to provide child support and care (usually on a full-time basis) and being a full-time resident in the UK (or have leave to remain), must all be met.
Other factors, such as financial security, experience with children, having a safe home environment, a steady support network of friends and family to rely on and any past convictions, will also be considered for eligibility.
If you are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender or living in a same sex couple, and have ever wondered “can I foster?”, the answer is 100% “Yes”.
You can learn more about fostering requirements in the UK in our detailed guide. For more information on gay fostering, or fostering as a member of the LGBT community, get in touch with our friendly team of experts here at FosterCare UK. We’re always on hand to provide information and guidance around any fostering query.
If you’ve got any questions or would like to find out more about fostering with Capstone, fill out the form below.
An experienced fostering advisor from your local area will then be in touch.
Start the conversation today. Our team of friendly advisors are on hand to answer any foster care questions you may have. We can offer you honest and practical advice that can help you decide if becoming a foster carer is the right path for you.
