Fostering

Becoming a foster carer is one of the most rewarding, challenging and inspiring career choices available - and will enable you to make a real difference in the lives of the most vulnerable young people in our community. 

Use this section of the website to find out more information on everything that becoming a Foster Carer involves, and for any more information or for a confidential, informal chat, contact us on fostering@wirral.gov.uk or 0151 606 2400. 

You can also contact us directly via this website if you would like further information on becoming a Foster Carer, by filling in an online form.

Once you have completed the form above, you can then request an initial visit from one of our team, who will talk to you about fostering in more detail. Request an initial visit online.

You can also use this page to download a leaflet containing key information about becoming a foster carer as well as our more detailed information pack - which should tell you everything you need to know.

This section of the website contains more information on; 

• What is Fostering?
• What does Fostering Involve?
• Types of Placement
• The Application Process
• Information for current Foster Carers
• About Us
• Private Fostering
• Adoption

You won’t always see where they go. But you can help them get there. Become a Foster Carer.