In this article, we debunk six common myths to help put your mind at ease when considering fostering a child.
Foster carers need to own their home
You can be just as financially secure in rented accommodation as in a house with a mortgage. The main priority is to have a loving home and a space for the child to call their own.
Only couples can foster
Families are unique, so there’s no mould to represent what a family should look like! Single people, as well as those in unmarried, long-term relationships, often make superb foster parents, as well as married couples.
Only heterosexuals can foster
LGBTQ+ single parents and same-sex couples are considered on the very same basis as everyone else. Love is love.
Only those of a certain age can foster
Foster carers can be as young as 21 years old if they can offer a child a home and are in good physical and mental health. If this sounds like you, could you provide foster care Barry? Visit https://saferfostering.org.uk/foster-care-wales/barry/ to find out more.
Foster parents must already have kids
You don’t need any parental experience to foster, so long as you are open to training and support to help you succeed in your role and allow the child to grow and flourish.
Foster parents have to give up work
Those in your household are free to remain employed. All that is required is for one foster carer to be available to provide full-time care, particularly when the child is of pre-school age.
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