The Fostering Process

If you are considering becoming a Foster Carer, but don't know where to start, Empower Fostering can help you. We will support and guide you through the entire process. There are steps we must follow set by Ofsted to assess and approve you as a Foster Carer before you can start fostering. However, we are right by your side every step of the way to support you.

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Following the completion of your application form and an initial home visit, the fostering application process usually takes between 2 and 5 months to complete.  Each assessment is slightly different as each family is different, but all assessments must follow a similar course.  Below is a breakdown of the stages step-by-step, so you know what to expect.