Fostering Survey - Page 1 of 6 - Hackney Council

Foster Carers Survey

1. Have you considered becoming a foster carer now or in the future?

Yes No

2. Were you aware of the benefits of fostering with Hackney mentioned below?

We pay generous fees and allowance
Our foster carers are entitled to Council Tax contributions, whether you live in or outside of the borough.
As a local authority, our foster carers have better access to care arrangements.
Our support packages offer longer fostering careers compared to Independent Fostering Agencies
All foster carers benefit from having a dedicated Social Worker to support them through their fostering career.
Out of hours telephone support line
We offer support from approved foster carers during your assessment process as well as buddy’s once you are approved.
Our foster carer benefit from local peer support networks as well as opportunities to be part of a 'Hackney Village' network
A varied training programme to meet foster carers various needs
Social events and training run by Hackney Foster Carer Council
Fortnightly therapeutic support group
Men’s support groups
Educational support for our looked after children, via Hackney Virtual School
Quarterly foster carer forum
Clinical support – offers consultation and direct working opportunities to all our fostering households
Free Fostering Network membership
Free New Family Social membership for LGBTQIA+ carers

Yes, I was aware of all the benefits Yes, but not all the benefits No, I was not aware at all