Fostering Schemes
Specialist Fostering Scheme
Wiltshire is launching a new fostering scheme in 2009, which will require carers to offer a single placement to children with complex needs. At least one Foster Carer needs to be available at home full-time. Enhanced fees are payable to carers with the skills to provide these placements.
Bail & Remand
These specialist placements are generally short-term or available in emergencies to young people involved in offending and either on Bail or Remand. At least one Foster Carer needs to be available at home full-time. Enhanced fees are payable to carers with skills to provide these placements.
Family Link
This scheme provides support to families who have children with severe disabilities. Short periods of care are usually offered on a regular basis to children of one or more families.
Parent(s) and Child
There has been an increase in requests for carers who can provide care to babies alongside one or both parents. These arrangements are usually short-term and could include parenting assessments for court proceedings. The placements are intensive and Foster Carers will need good communication skills and the confidence to assess parenting potential. Enhanced fees are payable to carers with skills to provide these placements.