Ready to change a life?
Become a foster carer
It starts with a simple conversation. Tell us a little about yourself and we'll be in touch — there's no commitment, and no question is too small.
- No commitment — just a friendly chat
- Rated Good by Ofsted, fostering since 2004
- Training and 24/7 support, every step of the way
Prefer to talk now?
Your enquiry
- 1Quick check
- 2About you
- 3A bit more
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- 2004Fostering since
- 20+Years in fostering
- 100+Young lives supported
- GoodOfsted rating
- 24/7Support for carers
Who we are
An agency built around young people — and the carers who change their lives.
WellCare Fostering Services was established in 2004. We're a nationwide fostering agency with one purpose: supporting young people through fostering. Over more than twenty years, we've helped over 100 young people find safety, stability and someone in their corner.
We're rated Good by Ofsted, and we're proud to be a close-knit, family-like agency where our carers are known by name — not by number.
Why WellCare
What makes us different.
Choosing a fostering agency is a big decision. Here's what you can count on when you foster with us.
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Over twenty years of experience
Fostering since 2004 means we've seen what really helps carers and young people thrive — and built our support around it.
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Rated Good by Ofsted
We're independently inspected against national standards, so you can be confident in the quality of care and support. Read our February 2025 report
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Matching that's done properly
We take time to match each young person with a family whose home, experience and routines suit them — so placements have the best chance to succeed.
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Real support, 24 hours a day
Day or night, every day of the year, you can reach the WellCare team whenever you need us.
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A family, not a number
A close-knit community of carers and a dedicated, diverse team who celebrate your wins and stand beside you on the hard days.
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Competitive allowances
A fostering allowance for every child in your care, paid alongside the training and support you receive.
Everyday moments that change everything.
Fostering is made of ordinary things done with care — breakfast, homework, a lift to football, a chat at bedtime.
How we help you
Support from your first call — and for as long as you foster.
Every WellCare foster carer gets all of this. Not as extras — as standard.
24/7 support
Someone to talk to at any hour, every day of the year.
Your own social worker
A supervising social worker who visits regularly and knows your household.
Training & development
From Skills to Foster to specialist courses, learning never stops.
Mentoring scheme
Be paired with an experienced WellCare carer who's been there.
Support groups
Regular get-togethers with other carers who understand.
Fostering Network membership
Access to the UK's leading fostering charity's advice and resources.
Events & activities
Days out and celebrations for carers and young people.
Fostering allowance
A competitive allowance for every child in your care.
Our promise to you
Picking up the phone is often the hardest part. After that, we’ll take it one step at a time, at your pace, with no pressure.
The WellCare team
Ready to take the first step?
You could transform a child's future.
