Foster A Child
Fostering a child is rewarding and does need 24/7 role that requires a lot of energy and focus. There are many children out there who need help and support. If you have a spare bedroom and time to offer, please contact Sunbeam to help children in need. Sunbeam Fostering is one of the UK’s largest and most progressive independent fostering agencies. Sunbeam is recognised for outstanding help and support to all foster carers and children.
There are many reasons for a child to be in foster. Some circumstances for fostering children include:
- children born to parents who are unable to look after them
- previous children have been removed for child protection reasons
- parents unable to parent because of drug/alcohol-related issues
- child been neglect or abuse
- vary care
- sexual assault etc.
Fostering allowance
As a foster carer, you will receive fostering allowance which normally covers things like food, clothing, transportation, pocket money, outings, and personal household expenses, etc. Sunbeam offers up to £700 fostering allowance per child per week depending on children’s needs. Additionally, we give generous bonuses and foster carers receive other benefits while fostering with Sunbeam.
Aside from fostering allowance, there is other help available to foster carers, for example, 24/7 local support and regular training programs. Contact us with any questions regarding fostering allowance.
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Process of becoming a foster carer
The process of foster a child is very simple and smooth. Sunbeam staff will be there to help and support you throughout the process. When you apply to become a foster carer, part of your application will ask what age groups you would like to be considered to look after. You will receive full support at all stages and help with anything you are unsure of.
We’ve covered full details of the fostering process in this article: Steps to becoming a foster carer
Every agency is different, so choosing the right one means making sure you can look after your choice of foster children, get the best foster carer’s support, and the financial benefits that are right for you.
Are you passionate about making a difference for children and have time and energy to give to a child?
