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Become a foster carer with Safehouses

Our foster carers and the local authorities we work with frequently talk about how we go above and beyond for our young people and cared for children. If you live in the Greater Manchester or Oldham area, and are considering a career as a foster carer, Safehouses Fostering can guide you every step of the way.

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Am I eligible?

Fostering welcomes people from all walks of life. Find out the basic criteria you’ll need to meet to start you on your journey.

The fostering process

It can take up to six months to complete the application and training to become a foster carer. Find out what’s involved here.

Meet our carers

Hear from some the foster families we work together with, and discover more about their fostering journeys.

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Pay and allowances

It is our responsibility to ensure our carers are equipped with the resources they need to offer a safe and loving home. That’s why we pay our foster carers a generous fostering allowance so they can focus on giving their foster child the best possible care.

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Training and support

We know that fostering can create reward and challenge in equal measure. As a Safehouses foster carer you will have access to ongoing training and career development designed to help you create the most positive experience for your family possible.

Find the right kind of foster care placement for you

We have several types of foster care placements, so we can help match you with the most suitable child, young person, or sibling group.

Types of fostering

Not permanent

Temporary placements which can last a couple of days upwards

Permanent

Long term placements often lasting through to young adulthood

Short breaks

Help to give birth families or main carers respite breaks

Parent & child

Guide a parent or parents to care for their own babies

Sibling groups

Keep a family together by fostering siblings

Emergency fostering

Provide a safe home at short notice for children at risk
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FAQs

If you are new to the world of fostering, we know the amount of information available can be overwhelming. Head to our ‘frequently asked’ page to help break down some of the most common questions we receive about fostering in the Greater Manchester and Oldham areas.

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Could you provide a safe, loving home to a child?

Start your fostering career today, get in touch with us to find out how. We would love to hear from you.

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