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When it comes to fostering, there is no upper age restriction; age is simply a number. We require persons who have lived with the children in your care. To begin fostering, you must be at least 21 years old.

Yes. We have many single foster carers who have a strong support network of family and friends who provide practical and emotional assistance as needed. When you foster with us, you will never feel alone because the Calon Cymru Fostering team is always available to support you.

To foster, you need to have a spare room that will not require them to share with another member of your current household. Occasionally sibling placements can share a bedroom, but this is assessed on a case-by-case basis.  

You will receive advice and information from one of our team members during your initial phone contact. When you are ready, you will be assigned a dedicated assessor who will visit you and assist you throughout the process. A referee, medical, and DBS check will be done, and you will be asked to undergo a 'Skills to Foster' training session. The evaluation procedure typically takes 4-6 months.