Foster Carer Money
Never feel bad about asking about money. It's important.
Not all fostering agencies pay their carers the same, so one of the first questions you need to ask, is how much will you receive as a foster carer. After all, you need money to care for a child.
- £462 To care for a child 0‑10
- £490 To care for a child aged 11 and over
- £550–£1,600 for enhanced or more complex placements, depending on the needs of the child
I know other non GLF carers are shocked at how much more I get to foster, to basically do the same as them. Some have even transferred as a result.
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.