Local Community Fostering Greater London East

Local Community Fostering is a network of six northeast London councils working together to inspire people like you to become foster carers every day. Join our close-knit community and get an amazing package of support, including financial benefits and training.

Make fostering part of your life story.

Flexible options for
short or long-term
fostering.

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Becoming part of
a community as diverse
as the children we care for.

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Practical, been-there
guidance at every
step—no surprises.

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Financial support that
values your contribution
and commitment.

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Hands-on training
and support.

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FAQ’s to help your
fostering journey.

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We got to take him on his first holiday, his first plane and the first time he went to a beach. We have given him firsts for a lot of things and that has been truly gifted back to us, to see how far he has come from when he arrived to where we are now.

— Current Foster Carer, Waltham Forest

I love fostering. The children may have suffered neglect or experienced domestic violence. They have had difficult starts to life. As foster carers our job is to show that life can be good.

— Current Foster Carer, Barking & Dagenham

The social workers and staff are very considerate and treat you as if they have known you for a long time. Anyone who is a responsible adult can become a foster carer if they have a spare room and meet the requirements. I am happy I am able to give back what has been given to me in this country.

— Current Foster Carer, Havering

It is good to know that, with Newham, you are never alone in having to deal with difficult situations, arising from being in foster carer.

— Current Foster Carer, Newham

I first gained experience of caring for children with disabilities by working in a special school. When I started fostering, it felt like a natural progression to care for children with disabilities. I really enjoy it and I get to learn new things all the time.

— Current Foster Carer, Tower Hamlets

I felt anxious, excitement – a whole range of emotions! I couldn’t sleep the night before she came. And when she did come – she was very meek, very quiet, walked through the door… and I had this overwhelming sense of “I am so happy that you are here”.

— Current Foster Carer, Redbridge

We’re the choice for people from all backgrounds—single, coupled up, LGBTQ+, renting, or owning—who want to open their hearts and homes to local children and become part of a loved local community.

Fill out this short form and one of our team will reach out for an open and honest chat. Or feel free to call us on 020 8496 3437 or email hello@localcommunityfostering.co.uk.

You’re more ready than you think.

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Flexible options

Community

Guidance

Financial support

Training & support

FAQ’s

To find out about how your Council supports foster carers, click the logos below

Fill out this short form and one of our team will reach out for an open and honest chat. Or feel free to call us on 020 8496 3437 or email hello@localcommunityfostering.co.uk.

You’re more ready than you think.

Fostering Enquiry New

How can we help you?*(Required)

Your Details*

First name(Required)

Last name(Required)

Telephone number(Required)

Email Address(Required)

Address no.(Required)

Postcode(Required)

Do you have any particular queries about fostering?

Are you happy to receive regular fostering news from us?

Yes

We got to take him on his first holiday, his first plane and the first time he went to a beach. We have given him firsts for a lot of things and that has been truly gifted back to us, to see how far he has come from when he arrived to where we are now.

I love fostering. The children may have suffered neglect or experienced domestic violence. They have had difficult starts to life. As foster carers our job is to show that life can be good.

The social workers and staff are very considerate and treat you as if they have known you for a long time. Anyone who is a responsible adult can become a foster carer if they have a spare room and meet the requirements. I am happy I am able to give back what has been given to me in this country.

It is good to know that, with Newham, you are never alone in having to deal with difficult situations, arising from being in foster carer.

I first gained experience of caring for children with disabilities by working in a special school. When I started fostering, it felt like a natural progression to care for children with disabilities. I really enjoy it and I get to learn new things all the time.

I felt anxious, excitement – a whole range of emotions! I couldn’t sleep the night before she came. And when she did come – she was very meek, very quiet, walked through the door… and I had this overwhelming sense of “I am so happy that you are here”.

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To find out about how your Council supports foster carers, click the logos below

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