Long TERM FOSTER CARE

CREATING LIFELONG STABILITY: LONG TERM FOSTERING IN NORTHAMPTON & MILTON KEYNES

Long Term Fostering provides a permanent, secure, and nurturing family environment for a child or young person who cannot return to their birth family. Often referred to as permanent fostering, this arrangement offers stability throughout their childhood and beyond.

At County Fostering, we specialise in creating strong, successful Long Term Foster Care Placements, giving children the continuity they deserve to thrive and achieve their full potential.

THE COMMITMENT OF LONG TERM FOSTER CARE

When a judge or local authority determines that a child cannot safely return home, a Long Term Foster Care solution is sought. This type of placement ensures the child remains with one dedicated family, often until they reach adulthood and begin their independent life.

THE ROLE OF A LONG TERM FOSTER PARENT

As a Long Term Foster Parent, your role is deeply enriching and impactful. You become their anchor, responsible for:

Creating a Family: Integrating the child fully into your family life.
Educational Advocacy: Championing their learning and development.
Nurturing Growth: Managing their physical and mental well-being and behaviour.
Building the Future: Preparing them for independence and adult life.

We carefully match children with our carers to ensure the best possible start to their Long Term Foster Care Placement.

WHY CHOOSE COUNTY FOSTERING?

As a trusted Long Term Fostering Agency serving Northampton and Milton Keynes, we understand the deep emotional investment that this commitment requires. We reciprocate that commitment with unparalleled support.

OUR LONG TERM FOSTERING SUPPORT

We provide comprehensive Long Term Fostering Support to ensure your journey is rewarding and successful:

Personalised Supervision: A dedicated Supervising Social Worker who knows you and the child personally.
24/7 Expert Advice: Access to our clinical team and professional support around the clock.
Development and Training: Ongoing professional training and development tailored to the needs of your placement.
Community: Regular support groups and events to connect with other Long Term Fostering families across the region.

The deep bond formed during a Long Term Foster Care Placement often lasts a lifetime, extending well beyond the age of 18.

WHAT TRAINING WILL I COMPLETE?

Training is mandatory and will be provided by specialist trainers.
Once approved, all new foster carers will complete skills to foster training, followed by TSDS (training, support and development standards).
Training will include (but is not limited to): First aid, Safeguarding, Reporting and recording, Safer care and allegations, Therapeutic care, Preparing for independence and leaving care, Financial abuse, De-escalation, PACE (playfulness, acceptance, curiosity, and empathy)

START YOUR JOURNEY IN NORTHAMPTON OR MILTON KEYNES

If you are seeking a profound way to make a lasting difference in a child’s life, Long Term Fostering could be the perfect fit.

Contact our Long Term Fostering Agency today to discuss the application process and how you can offer a permanent, loving home in Northampton or Milton Keynes. We look forward to welcoming you to the County Fostering family.

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