ways to foster in conwy
types of fostering
types of foster care in conwy
Foster care can mean anything from an overnight stay to something more long-term – the length of time can vary! However, all types of foster care have the same purpose: to provide a safe place for a child.
No two foster families are alike. People from all walks of life can become a foster carer and offer a safe, stable environment for a child. Somewhere they can call home.
short-term foster care
Short-term foster care provides a temporary home for a child, in Conwy, until they can return to the family home, or wherever is best for them next. This type of care can mean anything from a day to up to two years, and everything in between.
You’ll be there while we work to secure long-term foster care for a young person, known as ‘permanence’. You’ll support the child for as long as they need you and help them move on to their next family.
A short stay can have a huge impact on a child. Every home, no matter how short-term, plays a part in building a brighter future.
long-term foster care
Long-term foster care provides a new family for children who are unable to stay at home.
Through careful matching, this type of foster care places the right child with the right carer until they reach adulthood. It provides long-term security and stability for a child in Conwy – a forever home.
specialist kinds of foster care in Conwy
Specialist kinds of foster care can be required for both short-term and long-term foster care. These include:
short breaks
Short breaks enable children to have some time away from their family. A chance to recharge. These breaks, sometimes referred to as ‘support care’ can be during the day, overnight or at the weekends.
They offer children different experiences and opportunities within a new extended family network. Regular short breaks can make a real impact on a child’s life.
As a Foster Carer in Conwy you can offer a short stay to disabled children and young people who still live with their parents or families. Read more: Short breaks fostering
parent and child
Parent and child fostering is for parents who need extra support and guidance until they can care for their child on their own.
This type of specialist fostering will enable you, as a foster carer, to draw on your own parenting experiences. You’ll support a vulnerable parent and their child in your home while they build up the confidence and skills they need.
young refugees
Young refugees arrive in the UK alone or separated from their family during the journey – looking for safety and a fresh start. More than 100 of these young refugees arrive in Wales every year.
