Plus
- Shopping and entertainment discounts – specially selected for families
- Expert mortgage advice for foster carers – in partnership with The Mortgage Brain
- Tax and National Insurance advice and discounted tax return service – in partnership with Xeinadin Fostering
- The Fostering Excellence Awards
- Opportunities to influence policy and contribute to sector-wide campaigning – policy and campaign
- Foster Carer Forums – for peer connection and shared learning
- Learning and development opportunities
- Emotional Support & Information portal – offering immediate information, answers and advice to a range of workplace and personal issues, including confidential ‘online chat’ function giving you advice and guidance at your fingertips
- Information and Advice line – covering everyday issues
- Legal Assistance Portal – offering self-serve legal document drafting and access to an extensive resource library
- Independent support services, advice and mediation – where commissioned by your fostering service
The Fostering Network membership - foster carers benefits
Becoming a member of The Fostering Network means joining a community that stands alongside you every step of your fostering journey.
We understand the responsibilities you carry and the challenges you navigate, which is why our membership is designed to provide expert advice, dedicated support, practical protection, and meaningful opportunities to grow.
From legal and emotional support to learning, policy influence, and exclusive member benefits, we’re here to ensure you feel informed, protected, connected and empowered.
If you are retired from foster care and would like to join us in membership, please refer to our retired foster carer page.