fostering in monmouthshire

working together to build better futures for local children

drop in for an informal chat about fostering

change a child's life, foster.

Monmouthshire County Council is holding a series of drop-in events around the County, so drop in for an informal chat about fostering at the following locations: County Hall, Monmouth 25th November 10am-3pm, Waitrose Abergavenny 29th November 1pm-6pm, Market Hall Abergavenny 6th December 10am-3pm, Waitrose Abergavenny 7th December 1pm-6pm, Caldicot Hub 9th December 10am-3pm, Waitrose Monmouth 12th December 1pm-6pm, Waitrose Monmouth 16th December 1pm-6pm.

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fostering in monmouthshire

We believe in working together to build a better future for all the children in our local area.

We’re Foster Wales Monmouthshire, part of the national network of 22 Welsh Local Authority fostering services.

Fostering is about making a difference to a child’s life, to enable them to reach their full potential. We work hard to provide a high quality service to children and young people by providing our wide range of foster carers with all the training and support needed to meet their needs.

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who can foster?

Every child is unique, and so is the care they need. Find out if you could be a good match.

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common questions

Wondering how the fostering process works? Discover what to expect here.

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the process

Find out how to take the first steps on your fostering journey, and what to expect next.

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Fostering in Monmouthshire
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Whenever, however you need us, we're here to help. Support is always on hand.

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why foster with us?

Enriching the life of a child can make a difference in yours too.

Fostering in Monmouthshire is backed by excellent support, ongoing tailored guidance from highly experienced, friendly and knowledgeable social workers and psychologists, competitive allowances, training opportunities, and so much more.

Find why you should foster with us here.

Nick and Claire Foster Wales Monmouthshire

“Yes, they (children) can bring a lot of challenges, and there may be some times when you think, ‘I don’t know what I’m going to do now’, but you do work it out! You don’t need to know everything, because the training that you get is excellent.”

Claire and Nick, local foster carers

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County Hall, The Rhadyr, Usk, NP15 1GA
Call 01291 635682

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