Understanding foster care allowance
and how much foster carers in the Northeast get paid
If you are thinking of helping a child through foster care, but want to understand the financial commitment, then Orchard Care Fostering, in Durham, are here to help. We can provide information about foster care allowances and how much you can expect to be paid as a foster carer.
Supporting foster carers with an allowance that promotes stability.
Find out more about getting paid to be a foster carer.
The financial aspect of becoming a foster carer should never negatively affect your decision to undertake this incredibly rewarding role. Helping a child to develop, grow and thrive is an exceptional experience and while financial rewards aren’t a part of that, the foster care allowance plays an essential role in allowing those that want to do it, be able to afford to do it.
It is important for you to understand how fostering will affect your finances and at Orchard Care Fostering, we are here to provide you with all the details you need to make a well-informed decision when it comes to moving forward and becoming a foster carer to a child or children in need.
Stability within a household plays a vital role when it comes to all types of foster care and the foster care allowance that you will receive helps to enable this stability and support a safe, nurturing environment.
What amount can you expect with a foster care allowance?
You can receive up to £24,000 of tax-free allowances for each foster child in your care. There is no single, set fostering fee, the allowance is calculated on each individual's circumstances, and takes into account a number of different factors. These factors include:
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The number of children you foster
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The age of the child or children
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The type of foster care you are providing
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The region or area you live.
Don't let finances become a barrier. Reach out to our team to find out more about the tax-free fostering allowances you could receive.
More about becoming a foster carer, training and eligibility
We support fostering in:
Durham, Darlington, Newcastle, Bishop Auckland, Gateshead, Middlesbrough, Hartlepool, Stockton-on-Tees, Sunderland, and across the Northeast.
Durham
Do you have any questions about how much you would get paid as a foster carer?
Contact Orchard Care Fostering now.
Like most people, you’ve probably got questions to ask before deciding whether fostering is right for you. We can help with all your queries and help you make the right decision for your circumstances. One of our team is available to talk to you over the phone to answer any of your fostering queries. All calls are strictly confidential, and we offer honest and practical advice.
0191 378 4444
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Our offices are open on weekdays only -
Mon to Thurs 8.30am-5pm,
Fri 8.30am-4.30pm
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Our phone line is available 24/7
You can also get in touch with us by emailing info@orchardcare.org.uk