Foster care is often surrounded by myths that can put people off but most of them aren’t true. Fostering is much more open and flexible than people expect and it can fit into many different kinds of lives.
Fostering isn’t just for married couples
People often think you have to be in a traditional marriage to foster, but that’s not the case. You can be single, in a relationship or part of the LGBTQ+ community. What matters most is that you can offer a safe, stable and caring home.
You don’t need to own your home
You can foster and rent your home as long as you have your landlord’s permission and a suitable space, including a spare bedroom. This makes foster care Neath, such as the examples seen here, //saferfostering.org.uk/foster-care-wales/neath/ and other areas more possible for lots of people.
Foster children aren’t all difficult
Not every child in foster care has major behavioural problems. Some may have been through tough times but many just need a safe place to stay for a while.
It’s not just for people without children
Fostering isn’t only for people who can’t have children. Many carers already have families and choose to foster because they want to help and make a difference.
It’s too expensive
You don’t have to worry about covering all the costs yourself. Foster carers get financial support and allowances
You can have pets
Pets don’t stop you from fostering. They can help children feel more comfortable and settled, while also teaching them responsibility.