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Who Can Become A Carer?
Foster carers are a diverse group of people from a wide range of backgrounds, but the starting point for almost all of them is the realisation that they could make the difference.
Being able to foster isn't about whether you're single, partnered or married. It isn't about whether or not you already have children, or what your religious beliefs or practices are.
Carers and their families do not fit into one mould but they do have some similarities. They all want to make a difference to a child who needs help. They offer support and are prepared to invest unconditionally in children placed with them. They become advocates for the children they care for whilst providing a nurturing warm family environment
It helps if applicants have previous fostering or related child care experience- but more important is the carer themselves; their personality, enthusiasm and their willingness to make a full-time commitment to fostering.
Jackie and Magnus's Story- Having been foster carers with Fostering First Ireland (FFI) for just two years.
Brenda's Story- Brenda describes herself as 'an ordinary mum who is doing the best she can'.