Foster Siblings
Keeping siblings together in care
Foster Siblings refers to a type of foster care placement where brothers and sisters are kept together in the same foster home. The goal is to maintain the sibling bond, which is often one of the most important relationships in a child’s life.
At Family Works Fostering, we try to keep sibling together within a family environment, unless it is deemed inappropriate or unsafe by the placing authority.
Fostering Siblings in the UK
When children enter foster care, one of the greatest concerns is whether they will be able to stay with their brothers and sisters. Sibling relationships are often the longest and most significant bonds a child will ever have, and in times of uncertainty, being together can provide comfort, familiarity, and stability.
At Family Works Fostering, we believe in the importance of keeping siblings together whenever it is safe and possible to do so. By offering a foster home for siblings, you can make an incredible difference in children’s lives by ensuring they grow up alongside those who know them best.
Why is Fostering Siblings Important?
Emotional stability: Siblings provide a sense of belonging and reassurance during challenging times.
Shared experiences: Being together allows children to navigate their journey with someone who understands their background.
Stronger outcomes: Research shows that children placed with their siblings often feel more settled and secure.
Becoming a Foster Carer for Siblings
Fostering siblings can be rewarding, but it also requires space, patience, and understanding. Families who can welcome two or more children into their home play a vital role in keeping family bonds strong.
As a foster carer for siblings, you’ll receive:
- Full training and ongoing support tailored to your needs.
- A generous allowance to help with the costs of caring for more than one child.
- Guidance from your dedicated Family Works team to ensure the placement is a success.
Could you Foster Siblings?
We welcome carers from all walks of life. You don’t need to be married, own your home, or have previous experience with children – what matters most is having the commitment, compassion, and space to provide a safe and loving environment.
Take your first step to becoming a foster parent today
If you think you could offer a home where siblings can stay together, we’d love to hear from you. By fostering siblings, you’re not just giving children a place to live – you’re helping them keep their family bond strong.
Contact Family Works Fostering today to find out more about fostering siblings.
Frequently Asked Questions: Foster Siblings
Do I need previous experience to foster siblings?
Do siblings always have to be placed together?
Can I foster siblings if I don’t have a large home?
Will fostering siblings mean I get more support?
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