What is the role of Greater London Fostering?

Greater London Fostering, also known as GLF, is an esteemed independent fostering agency based in the heart of London. For over two decades, we've been devoted to finding, recruiting, educating, and supporting outstanding foster carers across the city. These dedicated individuals are then connected with children who need a secure, caring home.

What kind of support does GLF provide to its foster carers in Hillingdon?

At GLF, we offer unwavering support to our foster carers in Hillingdon. We provide round-the-clock advice and support so you never feel alone. Additionally, we provide ongoing training to keep you up-to-date with the best fostering practices. In terms of financial aid, we offer a weekly allowance of £450 for caring for a child under 11, and £475 for a child aged 11 or older. To ensure an enjoyable fostering experience, we organise family events during every school holiday.

What is the process to become a foster carer with GLF in Hillingdon?

To embark on your journey as a foster carer with GLF in Hillingdon, we start with a friendly chat on the phone to address your initial questions about fostering. This is followed by a home visit to get to know you and your family. Next, you will attend a comprehensive 2-day course focusing on the practicalities of fostering. The final step is an in-depth 4-month assessment, where we examine your history and motivations for wanting to foster. Throughout this process, we offer our guidance and support.

Why is fostering particularly needed in Hillingdon?

The demand for foster carers in Hillingdon is high due to several reasons. Hillingdon, being a populous borough in London, naturally has a larger number of children who need foster care. By opting to become a foster carer in Hillingdon, you can provide a nurturing and stable environment for these children during their most vulnerable times. At Greater London Fostering, we're committed to supporting you on this rewarding journey.

Hllingdon needs you

To become a foster carer

We feel deeply remorseful that some children are unable to live with their birth families and require foster carers. However, given these circumstances, we must strive to identify the best possible homes for them. Could you provide your valuable assistance in this matter?

At present, Bromley and the wider London area are experiencing a shortage of foster carers. Our mission is to help by recruiting 15 additional fostering families, allowing local children to remain in the area and find loving homes. Download our fostering guide to discover how you can get involved, or call us directly on 0208 347 8741 to learn more about making a real difference in your community.
At GLF, we provide our foster carers with fantastic support that is available 24/7. As a carer, you will also receive financial support. Our fostering payment is a weekly fee that covers the costs of caring for a child and includes a reward element. We do not offer one-off payments for events like birthdays; instead, our carers receive a fixed weekly fee of:
-£450 for children aged 0-10
-£475 for children aged 11+
-£550-1600 for more enhanced children with higher or more complex needs.
Become a GLF foster carer today and receive the support you deserve while making a real difference in your community.

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.

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Where in Hillingdon are we looking for carers?

You probably have a lot of questions about fostering.

Fortunately, our wealth of experience lets us answer honestly and openly. We’d be thrilled to engage in an informal chat with you about fostering: Is it right for you? What’s it really like? Simply schedule a quick 15-minute call– we promise it’ll save you hours of trawling the web for answers. Plus, we simply adore speaking with folks about fostering.

Hllingdon needs you

To become a foster carer

We asked our carer Jacqui, what's the best thing about fostering?

Where in Hillingdon are we looking for carers?

You probably have a lot of questions about fostering.

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