About fostered children

Children who need to be looked after by foster carers 

• are likely to have had a difficult start in life and may have been exposed to parental alcohol substance misuse and all the chaos that is associated with this lifestyle
• are likely to have experienced trauma and loss  
• may have been neglected or abused
• may feel rejected, angry and be lacking confidence or self-esteem
• may have parents who are experiencing poor physical or mental health.

What the children need

The children need

• support, nurture, love and understanding
• predictable routines and boundaries
• a family who are accepting, empathetic and playful
• a family who can support them to see their family.