Frequently Asked Questions
This section will hopefully provide you with some answers to questions that you may have been wondering about.
This page gives you an overview of some of the more important questions and answers of fostering and adoption. For a comprehensive list then click either the Fostering or Adoption headings below.
Fostering FAQs
How long will it take for us to be approved as Foster Carers?
We aim to complete your assessment within six months from the time that we receive your formal application.
Am I too old?
There is no upper or lower age limit, but we do like you to have had some life experience and if you are an older person, to have a healthy lifestyle.
What age would the children / child have to be?
Children from 0-18 may require fostering. The age of child you may care for will depend on your own experience and preference and on the ages of any children you already have.
Adoption FAQs
How long will it take for us to be approved as Adopters?
We aim to complete your assessment within eight months from the time that we receive your formal application.
We are not married, can we still adopt?
Yes. The Adoption and Children Act 2002 allows for adoption by married couples, unmarried couples, and single people.
Can I adopt more than one child?
Yes. We need families who can adopt family groups of two
or more children together.
