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Fostercare in Northern Ireland

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Fostering Information

Fostering Information
For prospective foster carers
Click on the blue menu links on the left to find out about types of foster care, who is eligible to apply, foster carer support and the fostering application process.

You can also read about the real experiences of Health and Social Care foster carers and find out about some of the children across Northern Ireland who are currently waiting for a foster home.

If you'd like to find out more, why not watch our DVD 'Becoming a Foster Carer: An Introduction' on YouTube?
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Alternatively you can request a DVD and information pack to be sent to your home address by clicking on 'Request an Info Pack/DVD' on the main menu.