Fostering

In 1999 foster carers in Midlothian were caring for 34 children and young people. By 2009 that figure had risen to 75. In addition, a number of Midlothian children had to be placed far from their home environments as we were unable to place them with local foster carers.

We require a range of carers with various backgrounds and life experiences who can meet the needs of the children to be placed in foster homes.

Becoming a foster carer for Midlothian Council is not for everyone but it may be for you. Find out more:

• Why foster?
• Becoming a foster carer
• The preparation and assessment process
• Advice, guidance, support and payments
  
• The Fostering Panel
• Videos about fostering
  
• Fostering leaflets