Lewisham needs you
To become a foster carer
In some cases, children and teenagers may be unable to reside with their birth families and require placement in care. While each young person’s situation is unique, their fundamental needs are universal. All require loving, nurturing homes where they can feel understood and safe.
As a resident of Lewisham, you have the ability to make a profound difference in the lives of young people in your community. Do you have a spare bedroom and a passion for their wellbeing? Consider fostering, and provide a safe, supportive space for children and teenagers in need.
You’ll receive £462 per week to care for a child aged 0‑10 and £490 per week to care for a child aged 11 and over. Payments range from £550–1,600 per week for enhanced or more complex placements, depending on the child’s needs. You’ll also receive a monthly contribution to your council tax. These payments are per child and there are no deductions for siblings.
We asked our carer Jacqui, what's the best thing about fostering?
Everyday is different, I'm never bored, that's probably the best thing. It's not like raising your own children, you have to face different challenges everyday.
Where in Lewisham are we looking for carers?
You probably have a lot of questions about fostering.
Luckily we have a lot of experience, so can usually answer them honestly. We are really happy to have an informal chat with you, about fostering, whether you are suitable, and what it’s really like. So why not arrange a 15 minute call – we promise you it will save you several hours of searching the internet for answers, plus, we really love talking to people about fostering.