Welcome to the Foster Carers Handbook

The City of York Foster Carer’s Handbook has been produced as resource for both new and established carers. It aims to provide advice and support, and covers the day-to-day issues you may face in your role as a foster carer.

To access the full version of fostering service's policies, procedure and guidance, click here.

This Handbook links to the Minimum Standards for Fostering Services and references to the relevant Training, Support and Development Standards. You should also use the handbook to support your learning and development, particularly in relation to meeting the induction standards.

Foster carers play an important role in the lives of Looked After Children and their families so it is important that you have the necessary tools to support you with this task. The handbook is one of these tools alongside the many professionals you will work with including your Supervising Social Worker and other foster carers.

This is the start of a great journey for you and the children and young people you may work with.

The content is accessible via the subsection links or to view the full contents list, please click here.

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