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Can I Foster in Nottingham

If you’ve asked yourself before ‘Can I Foster in Nottingham’, then you’re in luck. We aim to place children with foster carers who are dedicated to changing children’s lives.

We provide safe and caring foster homes that meet the needs of children

Here at Fostering Dimensions Ltd, we provide safe and caring foster homes that meet the needs of children and young people from backgrounds. If you’ve asked yourself before ‘Can I Foster in Nottingham’, then you’re in luck. We aim to place children with foster carers who are dedicated to changing children’s lives.

Let us answer your questions like ‘Can I Foster in Nottingham?’ and ‘how to begin fostering in Nottingham?’. After all, that’s where it starts. By asking the right questions, you can get the right answers. And with the right answers, we can all reach the ultimate goal; getting foster children into safe and loving homes.

A wide variety of people are eligible to become foster carers, however, may not come forward as they may think they are not eligible. It’s important to remember that you can foster irrespective of your marital or relationship status, ethnicity, religion, culture, sexual orientation or whether you are a homeowner, renting, a parent or a non-parent.

As a Foster Carer you can also be working, in receipt of benefits, you may also be able to continue to claim benefits as a foster carer. Remember, there is no perfect foster carer that we look for.

The right qualities and personality are by far the most important thing we look for in a foster carer. Don’t delay finding out the answer to ‘Can I Foster in Nottingham’ any further.

Check below if you are eligible and get in contact today to start changing the lives of children.

LGBTQ+ Foster Carers

Fostering Dimensions believe that your personal qualities and passion for changing children’s lives are what make you a great foster carer, not your gender, sexual orientation or relationship status and this will not stop your endeavours in becoming LGBT, single or married foster carers. If you are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transexual and are a part of the LGBT Community or single or married, then fostering may be for you. If becoming a foster carer is something that you’re interested in, we want to hear from you.

LGBT foster carers face the same challenges as other foster carers and if you are considering fostering, you may be wondering if this is something you can do. Well, the answer is yes, of course, you can. The LGBT community have been fostering for many years and, they are changing children’s lives every single day. You could change a child’s life today and being a part of the LGBT community will not stop that.

Other factors to consider
Great mood. Charming pre-teen bot sitting at the table and holding two cereal rings near his eyes, joking with his father while having breakfast

Relationship Status

A common question we are asked is whether you can foster if you’re single? A foster carer is not determined by your relationship status or sexual orientation but on your personal attributes and dedication to opening up your heart and your home.

Just as there is diversity in foster children and children in general, foster carers and parents themselves should bring diversity from a variety of backgrounds, life experiences and skills. These qualities help meet the needs of children and young adults who require foster care. Whether you come from a single household or you’re married or whatever your relationship status is, we believe that it is your personal qualities that make you a great candidate for fostering.

The real question is if you can provide a stable and supportive home and environment for foster children. If so, we’ll equip you with the training and support you need to really make a difference.

To begin your journey into fostering in Nottingham you must meet the following criteria:

  • Be over 21 years old
  • Have a spare room that is big enough for a child or young adult to live in
  • No offences against children
  • Have the time and availability to dedicate to fostering
  • Be committed to on-going training and development
  • Have a resilient yet caring personality and a sense of humour!
Two LGBT foster carers - both female with their foster children

Fostering is something I’d thought about doing for a long time but always thought I couldn’t do. Speaking to Fostering Dimensions made me realise I could and I have not looked back since.

Fostering Dimensions, Foster Carer