Financial Support
All foster carers receive allowances for the children placed with them Allowances are paid to cover the general costs of looking after children, for example additional heating, lighting, food, spending money and clothing for the child. You will also be provided with money for children’s birthdays, religious festivals and holidays. The allowance also depends on the age of the child. To assist you in caring for children, we will also provide essential equipment such as beds, bedding, wardrobes, other furniture, and some safety equipment.
Contact the Adoption and Fostering Unit to find out what 2011/2012 allowances and fees are.
