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About Fostering

Find out what fostering is, the different ways to foster and the children who need fostering.

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Why foster with us?

Information about our fees and allowances and the practical and emotional support we offer.

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How to become a foster carer

Learn all about the steps involved to becoming a foster carer and the journey to approval.

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Fostering together

We are an inclusive authority who positively encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community to foster with us

A network of support

Through the Mockingbird Family Model, we provide enhanced support to our foster families

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Latest news

Latest events

  • Thornbury Parkrun

    Thornbury Parkrun

    October 12, 2024

    10:00

    Look out for us at this Parkrun and get yourself a hydration goodie bag.

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  • Find out about Fostering, Thornbury Library

    Find out about Fostering, Thornbury Library

    October 30, 2024

    10am

    Find out how you can change a child’s story.

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  • Fostering Information Event, Thornbury

    Fostering Information Event, Thornbury

    October 9, 2024

    6.30pm

    We’re hosting a fostering information event in Thornbury. Come along to find out what it takes to be a foster carer.

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