Family Options Carers
Let’s face it, without good carers, we wouldn’t be able to support the young people in our care. But Family Options is about more than the “lip service” support. We genuinely treat our carers as part of our team, offer them an outstanding support and reward package to help them in their career as foster carers.
Our foster carers support package includes:
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A thorough assessment and induction process which will fully prepare you for being a foster carer
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Training and support in preparation for each young person placed with you
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Excellent fee’s (and allowances)
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Retainer scheme for carers between placements
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Regular social worker visits
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Formal supervision
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24/7 support – telephone access to a social worker and other members of the family options team
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Access to respite care – for planned breaks and emergencies
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Peer support
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A locally based Resource Centre close to your home.
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Practical ongoing training and development to help you with your day to day fostering task
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Formal training and qualification routes including NVQ Level 3 Foster Care
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Support from a team of educational specialists, psychologists, occupational therapists, social care workers and other support workers
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Representation at all child care reviews, conferences and formal meetings
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Social activities with other local foster families
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Children’s annual holiday
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Home PC and broadband access
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Membership of the Fostering Network
Naturally, our foster carers have all signed a “foster carer agreement” undertaken appropriate training and have been approved by Panel.