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Fostering Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Fostering is a big decision, so we completely understand that you may have many questions about fostering. Below are our most commonly asked questions, from "can I foster if i have pets?" to "can I foster a baby?"

You are also welcome to contact us if you have any questions that are not answered here.

How long does it take to foster?

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Can I foster if I work full-time?

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Can I foster a child if i have pets?

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Can I foster if I already have children?

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Can I foster a baby or young child?

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How many children can I foster?

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What age of child would I foster?

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Can I foster if I am renting my home?

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Can a foster child share a room?

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Can I foster if I don't have a spare room?

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Can I foster if I smoke?

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What does a Foster Parent do?

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Can I foster a child if I don't drive?

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Am I too old to foster a child?

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Do I need qualifications to foster?

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Can I foster if I've a criminal conviction?

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How old do I need to be to foster a child?

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Can I foster if I am single?

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Can I foster a child if I have a baby?

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Can I foster if I'm not a parent already?

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Can I foster a child if I'm gay?

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Can I foster if I'm not married?

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Does a foster child have to be younger than my own children?

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What is the difference between fostering and adoption?

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