The Fostering Network has published a report on the status of foster carers in the UK based on the State of the nation’s foster care 2021 survey. The report sets out key recommendations to ensure that foster carers are treated as equals in the social care workforce with appropriate support, training and payment for their time and skills. It states that these changes are needed to improve the experience and outcomes of vulnerable children.
Read the news story: Under-valued and unsupported foster carers: charity calls for implementation of charter to improve status of workforce and outcomes for children
Read the report: Thematic report 1: The status of foster carers
Source: The Fostering Network
Date: 22 February 2022
