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. 

Contact us for more information or for a confidential, informal chat:

• Request more information online
• Tel: 0151 606 2400
• E-mail: fostering@wirral.gov.uk

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

Download a leaflet containing key information about becoming a foster carer

Download a more detailed information pack - which should tell you everything you need to know.

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

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