Support, collaboration and a community that cares

As part of our collaboration, we've stepped up support for all foster carers - from first enquiry through to overcoming challenges and developing your skills for progression.

A dedicated support hub and a team of specialist foster carer advisers (buddy system) will offer additional support to enquiring, applying and newly approved foster carers. Our hub will also welcome prospective foster carers for pre-approval training. And from the point of application, you will also receive help and advice from your individual local authority.

As an approved foster carer, you'll have access to FREE ongoing training that will support your professional development. 

Your support team will include the Foster with North East team, an Assessing Social Worker and representatives from your local authority. You will also become part of the North East fostering community and be able to access events, activities and support groups organised by your local authority.

Right across the North East, foster carers now have the chance to extend their network of support and build friendships for children and adults alike through the Mockingbird programme.