Foster Care Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, you can absolutely foster without having biological children. At Match Foster Care, we welcome individuals and couples who are committed to providing a loving home, regardless of their parenting experience.
Fostering can have a variety of effects on biological children, both positive and challenging. It’s important to involve them in the decision-making process and communicate openly about what fostering entails. With the right support, many biological children thrive as part of a fostering family.
There is no set limit to the number of biological children in a foster family. The suitability of your home will be assessed to ensure that both biological and foster children can be supported in a balanced and stable environment.
In many cases, yes. Foster carers are often expected to facilitate contact between foster children and their biological families, as long as it’s in the child’s best interests. This could involve arranging visits or other forms of communication.
No, the process of becoming a foster carer is the same for those with and without biological children. You will still undergo an assessment to ensure that you are able to provide a stable and supportive environment for a foster child.
Match Foster Care offers 24/7 support to all foster carers, including regular visits from supervising social workers, training, and a 24-hour helpline. We have our own Education lead, therapeutic practitioner, support workers and qualified nurse, who are all on hand to help. We are dedicated to helping our carers feel confident and supported throughout their fostering journey.
