Fostering and short break care

How to foster a child in Bristol and other options for looking after a child temporarily.

To find out more about fostering with us, fill out our online contact form and we’ll arrange for someone to call you and answer any questions you have.

You can also call us on: 0117 353 4200

Watch our video to find out about the experiences of foster carers in Bristol:

Fostering information events

We'll have a fostering and adoption information stand at the events below:

Monday 28 August, 2pm to 5pm, Community Funday, Rose Green Cricket Club, Gordon Road, Bristol BS5 7DR

Who can become a foster carer
We welcome applications to become a foster carer from anyone, regardless of ethnic background, gender, religion or sexual orientation. You can be single, married or in a partnership.
Types of fostering
There are different ways of fostering children, including long term and short term.
Children in Bristol that need fostering
We have children of all ages and from a range of backgrounds that need fostering.
How to become a foster carer
Speak to us about becoming a foster carer and find out about the fostering approval process.
Become a short break carer for a disabled child
Short breaks are a way for disabled children up to the age of 18 years old to spend some time away from their family to give their permanent carers a break.
Help with the cost of fostering
Foster carers get an allowance for each child they look after.
Exceptional people in care awards
Celebrating the achievements of children in care in Bristol.

Fostering and short break care

Fostering information events

Adoption, fostering and private fostering

Adoption

Fostering and short break care

Who can become a foster carer

Types of fostering

Children in Bristol that need fostering

How to become a foster carer

Become a short break carer for a disabled child

Help with the cost of fostering

Exceptional people in care awards

Private fostering: looking after someone else’s child